Ostrich Ranches

Published: Oct. 11, 2022, 6 a.m.

b'Because of a huge demand for feathers, Arizona ranchers imported ostriches in 1883. They were cheap to raise, ate less and produced $30 a year in income. The feathers were cut and sold at a huge profit until it became unfashionable to wear feathers.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices'