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Emus do have wings, even though they cannot fly. The wings are very small, however, measuring just 8 inches or so in length. Emus are endemic to Australia, which means they do not occur anywhere else, ...

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When it comes to long-distance flying, not all birds are created equal. While many species can sustain flight for hours, a select few have evolved to remain airborne for astonishingly long periods.