Emus are large flightless birds, with powerful legs that carry them p to 40 kilometres per hour and deliver a dangerous kick in defence. They are found over most parts of Australia except in rainforests. After laying her eggs, the female leaves them to the care of the mail, who incubates and then looks after the chicks.

Materials:

• Two 50g mid gret 12ply mohair wool
• Small amounts of light grey and dark grey 8ply wool
• Scraps of 8ply black yarn
• Two pieces of 1cm dowel 18cm long
• Fine crochet hook
• 3 safety pins