A giant ostrich nonchalantly strolling down a busy street in Edathala has taken the internet by storm. Captured on video and posted to Instagram, the surreal footage shows the massive bird confidently striding past stunned onlookers and vehicles, drawing gasps and laughter from both pedestrians and motorists.
Ostrich on the Loose Stuns Locals
The video, now viral with over 7.5 million views, captures a truly bizarre moment, an ostrich calmly walking along a bustling Kerala road. Pedestrians paused to take photos and record the unexpected visitor, with many unable to believe their eyes.
The highlight of the clip shows a man gesturing towards the bird as though giving directions and remarkably, the ostrich appears to respond, adjusting its path as if it understands road etiquette.
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Internet Flooded With Jokes and Memes
The scene has sparked a flood of humorous reactions across social media. One user joked, “Someone is playing Jumanji for real.” Another quipped, “That bird’s got better road sense than most drivers here.”
Kerala’s unique wildlife encounters were also humorously referenced, with a comment reading, “Just Kerala things elephants in the temple, ostriches on the street.” Others added, “Imagine getting stuck in traffic because an ostrich is taking a stroll,” and “That guy directing the bird deserves a traffic cop badge.”
The combination of the bird’s poise and the reactions of bewildered passersby has turned a normal day in Edathala into a moment of viral fame.
