Emu
Dromaius novaehollandiae
Emu
Dromaius novaehollandiae
Long- and short-distance runners
During evolution, the ancestors of the emu lost the ability to fly. They developed into excellent runners over both short and long distances. They are the only birds that have fast-twitch muscle fibres in their calf muscles, which they rely on for short bursts of speed. The other muscles in their legs also contain slow-twitch fibres, which allow them to cover marathon distances steadily. They can sustain a high speed for a very long time, up to 48 km/h. With their muscular legs they can also jump well and kick powerfully.
Meet and visit
Annual Pass 365
Quality leisure time matters hugely in today’s fast-paced life. With a ZOO Ljubljana annual pass you’ll enjoy pleasant relaxation, more movement, more time with friends and family, plenty of laughter and fun, new learning and discoveries, and many happy moments during your visits. The annual pass costs less than six single visits.
Birthday Adventure
Want to celebrate a birthday a little differently — active and educational? The Birthday Adventure is just the thing. We will take you into the wonderful world of insects and show you some of our most charismatic animals in their enclosures. We will guide you through riddles and interesting stories as you get to know the animals.
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Birthday Celebration
You can celebrate a birthday at ZOO Ljubljana. During the celebration we experience smaller domesticated animals, with a focus on insects. We also visit the more charismatic larger animals in their enclosures and learn many interesting things about them. The celebrations are educational and fun, suitable for children and adults alike. We provide food, drink and an educational and entertaining programme.