Rheiformes Collection

Male Ostrich (Struthio camelus) protecting chicks from the sun with its wings, Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, Africa

Umbrella thorn tree (Vachellia tortilis) in the Etosha pan with common ostrich (Struthio camelus) male. Etosha National Park, Namibia

Greater rhea (Rhea americana) nest with many eggs, at edge of arable field. Patagonia, Argentina. October

Common ostriches (Struthio camelus), male and female, standing at waterhole in front of Grant's zebras (Equus quagga boehmi). Tsavo East National Park, Kenya

Ostrich (Struthio camelus) with chick feeding on termites, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

Female Ostrich (Struthio camelus) feeding on desert plants, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

Ostrich (Struthio camelus) chicks gathered near adult, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

Three male Ostriches (Struthio camelus) running and flapping wings in aggressive display, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

A young Darwins / Lesser Rhea standing on grass, next to the fence of its enclosure
3688404 A young Darwin s/Lesser Rhea standing on grass, next to the fence of its enclosure, London Zoo, 1928 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Lesser or Darwins Rhea standing in its nest with two eggs, London Zoo
2561120 A Lesser or Darwins Rhea standing in its nest with two eggs, London Zoo, May 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Male call display by a Greater Rhea, London Zoo, 1928 (b / w photo)
3657875 Male call display by a Greater Rhea, London Zoo, 1928 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

A young Darwins / Lesser Rhea standing on grass, next to the fence of its enclosure
3688403 A young Darwin s/Lesser Rhea standing on grass, next to the fence of its enclosure, London Zoo, 1928 (b/w photo) by Bond

American Rheas (Rhea americana), c. 1851-76 (w / c on paper)
1065171 American Rheas (Rhea americana), c.1851-76 (w/c on paper) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Taken from Original water-colour drawings by Joseph Wolf)

Ostrich (Struthio camelus) male preening, looking headless, Samburu Reserve, Kenya, Africa

Lesser rhea (Pterocnemia pennata) altiplano, Bolivia September

African elephant (Loxodonta africana) with Giraffes (Giraffa camelopardalis) and an Ostrich (Struthio camelus) in background. Etosha National Park, Namibia

Emu, rheas and kangaroos at Tring Park
Live animals collected by Walter Rothschild in the grounds of Tring Park, with keeper Mr Marcham, 1890 Date: 1890

Emu and rheas at Tring Park
Rheas from South America and Emus from Australia are examples of the flightless ratite birds kept by Walter Rothschild at Tring Park

Rhea by Gambier Bolton
Rhea photogrpaph by Gambier Bolton, F Zs 354, held at The Natural History Museum at Tring

Common Rhea, Rhea americana, grey running bird

Common Rhea, Rhea americana, view of a male Great Rhea with several chicks at its feet

Side view of a Greater Rhea, a large, flightless bird, with head in profile, showing the feathers on the head, face and neck, loose, shaggy wing feathers, strong legs and short, thick toes

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"Rheiformes: Majestic and Protective Guardians of the Wild" In the vast plains of Samburu, a male ostrich spreads its wings wide, shielding its precious chicks from the scorching sun. A heartwarming display of paternal care. At a serene waterhole in Tsavo East National Park, common ostriches stand tall alongside graceful Grant's zebras. A harmonious scene where different species find solace together. Against the backdrop of an Etosha pan, an umbrella thorn tree stands proudly as a common ostrich gracefully roams nearby. Nature's artistry intertwines with these magnificent birds. Nestled at the edge of an arable field in Patagonia, a greater rhea guards her precious eggs. A testament to resilience and life's delicate balance amidst human activity. In Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, an ostrich feeds on termites while her chick eagerly joins in this culinary adventure. The circle of life unfolds before our eyes. Amidst the arid landscapes of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, a female ostrich finds sustenance among desert plants. Adaptation is key for survival in harsh environments. A gathering of curious ostrich chicks huddles near their watchful adult counterpart in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Lessons learned and bonds forged under nature's guidance. With thunderous footsteps and flapping wings, three male ostriches engage in an awe-inspiring display of aggression within Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Power meets elegance on African soil. Next to its enclosure fence, a young Darwin's/lesser rhea stands confidently on grassy grounds—a symbol of hope for conservation efforts worldwide. Within London Zoo's protective walls, a lesser or Darwin’s rhea tends lovingly to two precious eggs nestled safely within its nest—an ambassador for endangered species preservation.