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On the way to the natural bridges we decided to stop in and see the Ostrich Farm. The farm itself is located on a large parcel of land, off the beaten path. This attraction was very different and interesting. Unlike zoos, which feature lots of different animals, there was only one type of animal to be seen – the ostrich. Little did we know that there were several varieties, each with its own special interest.
The brochures lead you to believe the highlight of the farm would be seeing the enormous eggs (and they are huge!). While looking at the eggs, the tour guide tells you the background of the animal and of the farm. Interesting but I thought the highlight was actually feeding the ostriches. In fact the picture of my wife feeding them (and her expression is a tell-tale sign that she thought she was going to be devoured instead) was one of our pictures we had on our Christmas card we sent out to our friends.
I also had a chance to experience the animals devouring the food over my shoulder! Clicking on the pictures below give a real feeling of how large these animals are. And their expressions are priceless.
We did stay and have lunch at the lodge – the ostrich hamburgers were quite delicious.
You can see some pictures and read about the farm at their website but this is one stop you should experience yourself. Click here for the Ostrich Farm’s website.
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