Emus have an image problem, thanks to Rod Hull’s aggressive puppet and the frequently repeated claim that they are the world’s stupidest bird. But the large flightless birds have shown they ...

Palaeognaths include emus and ostriches, and can reach 9 feet tall and weigh upwards of 300 pounds. They are more known for their brawn than their brains and often rely on their running speed and ...

Anderson told The Tribune about some of the strangest pets to pass through the shelter ... were dispatched to capture the fast-moving bird. The emu quickly fled from the airport to nearby vineyards.