The big guys of the bird world cannot fly
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Ostriches, emus, rheas, and cassowaries are the largest birds in the world but cannot fly. The birds however, can run very quickly. Ostriches, which can grow up to eight feet tall and weigh over 300 pounds, can run at about 35 miles an hour. Ostriches, emus, and rheas all inhabit wide open spaces where their fast speed is especially beneficial for survival and covering long distances.
Publication Name: Wildlife Conservation
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 1048-4949
Year: 1997
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An in-tents experience
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Fourteen tents are evaluated. The best buys are considered the Relum Super 7KX, a three-season frame tent, costing 600 pounds sterling, the Eurohike 455TS a three-season dome tent, costing 200 pounds sterling, and the Sunncamp Tourist Plus a two-season dome tent, costing 240 pounds sterling.
Publication Name: Which?
Subject: Consumer news and advice
ISSN: 0043-4841
Year: 2000
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Redistricting - shaping the politics of the 1980's
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Due to the 1980 census many states are redistricting politically, and this may affect schools by causing proeducation incumbents to lose their legislative seats.
Publication Name: Today's Education
Subject: Education
ISSN: 0040-8484
Year: 1981
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