Can Emus Live in Cold Weather?

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When seasons like winter come, most living things find ways to resist or adapt to the intensity of the weather. Then again, some creatures are only mildly affected by moderate cold.

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Thanks to various anatomical adaptations, emus can live in cold weather. However, as expected, their ability to survive is limited.

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One of a few adaptations that help emus thrive in cold weather is their long feathers. Emus are tall, large-sized birds, and accordingly, they have long feathers.

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Some Features That Help Emus Survive in Cold Weather

Emus are migratory; they typically go to the north in summer and south in winter. Their migration in winter is not necessarily driven by the low temperatures.

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Limitations to the Survival of Emus in Cold Weather

"...Emus can sustain their body temperature even at temperatures as low as 23°F."

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How Cold Can They Tolerate?

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