Bird Brain Ostrich Ranch near Charlotte, NC

Visitors looking for an activity off the beaten path might want to head over to the Bird Brain Ostrich Ranch for a unique look into the ostrich industry. The Ranch is a working facility that raises ostrich as a source of healthy red meat, and houses more than fifty ostriches at any given time. Guests can have up-close encounters with the birds, and wander through displays of memorabilia that outline the industry from the 1800s to the present. An educational exhibit showcases the various products derived from the ostrich, many of which can be found in the Ranch's gift shop, including gorgeous feathers, leather goods, blown and carved eggshells, homemade soap, and oil. Adventurous guests are welcome to order up an ostrich burger, too.