Inquisitive young emus at a zoo

These zoo born juvenile Emus are very inquisitive about people visiting them. DeYoung zoo in Wallace, Mi is home and rescue to many animals. The Emu is Australia's tallest native bird, reaching between 1.6 m and 1.9 m when standing erect. Adult Emus are covered with shaggy grey-brown feathers except for the neck and head, which are largely naked and bluish-black. The wings are greatly reduced, but the legs are long and powerful. Each foot has three forward-facing toes and no hind toe. Most people see Emus along roadsides, near fences or other barriers, giving the impression of close association. However, Emus are not really social, except for young birds, which stay with their father. They are so curious and funny!