Dromaius

Information
Commonly known as the emu, Dromaius novaehollandiae is the second largest extant ratite, after the ostrich (Struthio camelus). Emus are in the family Dromaiidae and are part of the order Struthioniformes. As of now, emus are currently native throughout the mainland of the continent Australia and are distributed in zoos around the world. Emus are also occasionally kept as exotic pets, and have been known to befriend animals of other species such as donkeys, cats, and dogs. Like the related cassowary, the emu has sharp claws on its toes, used as a defensive attribute kicking wounds on opponents and predators.

Design
Dromaius novaehollandiae is shown with a blue-and-black head and neck with a light-brown body, covered with feathers except at the beak and legs. The arms on this bird are rather small as it is flightless, no longer needing them. There is a hump on the emu's back that helps it balance with the lack of a tail.