Emu/ˈiːmjuː/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Non-flying Bird Remember, emus are flightless. They can't fly like other birds but run fast. At the zoo, we watched the emu sprint across its enclosure. Pro Tip 2/3Australian Native Emus are unique to Australia, symbolizing the country's diverse wildlife. Tourists often look forward to seeing kangaroos and emus in Australia. Pro Tip 3/3Large Size Emus are very large birds, often reaching the height of an average person. I was surprised by the emu's size when it stood next to me.