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11Overview22Ostriches are a livestock species in Starsand Island unlocked at the Expert Rancher tier, the highest ranching profession level in the game. They are purchased from Pastelle at Green Pasture Ranch for 2,750 Coins each, tying with alpacas as the most expensive livestock available. While ostriches cannot fly, they dash across the ground with impressive speed, making them one of the fastest single-rider mounts in the game. All four ostrich variants are rideable and produce Ostrich Eggs and Feathers as daily byproducts.44Ostriches sit at the Expert tier, which means players must complete the full Rancher profession progression, including all previous certification quests through Senior Rancher, before they become available. Once unlocked, ostriches provide both fast transportation and consistent material production, making them a strong late-game ranching investment.76Quick Reference98DetailValuePurchase Price2,750 CoinsHousingOstrich Barn (blueprint from Green Pasture Ranch)Rancher TierExpertProductsOstrich Egg, Feather, PoopFeedOstrich Feed (purchased from Pastelle or crafted at the Feeder)RideableYes, all variants (1 person)Total Variants4 (1 Common, 2 Rare, 1 Super Rare)Max per Enclosure4Maturity Time7 days1110Variants1211There are four ostrich variants in Starsand Island. The Common Ostrich is the only variant available for direct purchase. The other three are obtained exclusively through breeding and cannot be found in the wild.1413VariantRarityHow to ObtainDescriptionOstrich (Common)CommonPurchase (2,750 Coins) from Pastelle, BreedingA common ostrich with a standard brown and white plumage. While it might not soar through the skies, it dashes across the land like the wind. Rideable by one person.Snow OstrichRareBreeding onlyA rare subspecies of ostrich with feathers as white as snow. Rideable by one person.Golden OstrichRareBreeding onlyA rare subspecies of ostrich with golden feathers that exude artistic charm. Rideable by one person.Phoenix OstrichSuper RareBreeding onlyA super rare variant of ostrich with tail feathers as magnificent as those of a phoenix. This shows rebirth and auspiciousness. Rideable by one person.1615How to Obtain1716Purchasing1918The Common Ostrich can be purchased from Pastelle at Green Pasture Ranch for 2,750 Coins once you have reached the Expert Rancher tier. The ranch is located northwest of Hopeland and is open from 6 AM to 10 PM. You must have an Ostrich Barn with at least one available slot before you can complete the purchase.2120Breeding2322The Snow Ostrich, Golden Ostrich, and Phoenix Ostrich are all obtained exclusively through breeding. To breed ostriches, place one male and one female ostrich in the same Ostrich Barn with at least one empty slot. Both parents must be fed and clean. A baby ostrich appears overnight. The variant of the offspring is determined randomly based on rarity probability, with Super Rare variants like the Phoenix Ostrich having the lowest appearance rate.2524Baby ostriches take 7 days to reach adulthood. Feed them daily throughout the growth period. Once mature, they can breed and be ridden.2726The breeding paths for ostrich variants follow the standard breeding system:2928Target VariantRecommended PairingRarity TierNotesSnow OstrichCommon Ostrich + Common OstrichRareRandom rare mutation from common parents. May take several breeding cycles.Golden OstrichCommon Ostrich + Common OstrichRareRandom rare mutation from common parents. Same probability as Snow Ostrich.Phoenix OstrichAny Ostrich + Any OstrichSuper RareLowest breeding probability of all ostrich variants. Pairing two rare variants (e.g., Snow + Golden) may improve odds slightly.3130For faster breeding, use a Breeding House (unlocked at Intermediate Rancher, 3,500 Coins) to isolate specific pairs. The Selective Breeding House (Expert tier, 30,000 Coins or craftable at Worktable III) biases DNA trait inheritance toward a chosen parent, but does not influence which color variant the offspring will be. Use Love Ostrich Feed from the Love Feeder station to reset breeding cooldowns, and pair it with the Strong DNA trait for the fastest possible breeding cycle when chasing the Phoenix Ostrich.3231Products3433Ostriches produce several byproducts when kept fed, clean, and happy. Their primary output is the Ostrich Egg, a large processing material used in crafting. All variants produce the same base products.3635ProductSourceCategoryDescription and UsesOstrich EggAll ostrich variantsProcessingThe giant among eggs, often bought for making crafts. A valuable processing material with multiple crafting applications.FeatherAll ostrich variantsCraftingFeathers used as a crafting material. Required in several building recipes, including the Cattle Barn (x4 Feather). Also used in other crafting and processing recipes.PoopAll ostrich variantsProcessingStandard animal droppings processed into fertilizer at the Fertilizer Box for use on crops.3837Higher happiness levels (150+) increase the chance of premium-quality products. Keep ostriches well-fed, brushed, and petted daily for best results.3938The Poultry Egg Station (Intermediate Rancher, 4,500 Coins) can be placed inside or adjacent to the Ostrich Barn to automatically collect eggs from your ostriches. This saves daily interaction time and is especially useful when managing multiple barns. Unlike chickens and ducks, ostriches do not require daily petting to produce eggs.4140Housing and Care4342Ostrich Barn4544Ostriches require an Ostrich Barn as their housing structure. The Ostrich Barn blueprint is unlocked at the Expert Rancher tier and can be purchased from Pastelle at Green Pasture Ranch. Each barn holds up to 4 ostriches. You must build at least one Ostrich Barn before purchasing your first ostrich. Place the barn on your farm using the building menu; required materials are consumed automatically when the building is placed.4746Daily Care Routine4948Ostrich care follows the standard animal care routine:5150TaskFrequencyDetailsFeedingDailyOstrich Feed, purchased from Pastelle or crafted at the Feeder. Unfed ostriches lose happiness and stop producing byproducts.BrushingEvery 2-3 daysUse a Brush or Cleaning Pod. The "Messy" status appears when an ostrich needs cleaning, which reduces happiness.PettingDailyPet your ostriches daily to boost happiness. Ostriches with the Pride DNA trait cannot be petted.5352Automation Stations5453Several automation stations can be placed inside or adjacent to the Ostrich Barn to reduce daily labor:5655StationRancher TierCostFunctionFeeding TroughIntermediate5,500 CoinsAutomatically feeds ostriches, removing the need for daily manual feeding.Cleaning PodIntermediate4,500 CoinsKeeps ostriches clean automatically without manual brushing.Poultry Egg StationIntermediate4,500 CoinsAutomatically collects eggs from ostriches.Music BoxSenior5,500 CoinsPlays soothing music that gradually increases ostrich happiness over time.5857Riding5958All four ostrich variants function as single-rider mounts. Ostriches are known for their speed on the ground, making them one of the faster mount options in Starsand Island. While they cannot fly, their running speed makes up for it when traversing the island.6160To ride an ostrich, interact with a fully grown ostrich in its barn. There is no special saddle or equipment required. While mounted on an ostrich, you can still interact with objects and NPCs across the island.6362Compared to other mount species, ostriches provide strong ground speed with the added benefit of Ostrich Egg and Feather production. Horses are the only species that support duo riding (two players), so if multiplayer co-op travel is a priority, horses remain the better choice. For single-player transportation combined with material production, ostriches and alpacas are both excellent Expert-tier options.6564DNA Traits6766Like all animals in Starsand Island, ostriches carry DNA traits that influence their behavior, breeding capability, and products. Traits are visible on each ostrich's info panel and are inherited by offspring during breeding.6968TraitTypeEffect on OstrichesStrongPositiveBreeding cooldown reduced by 1 day. Essential when targeting the Phoenix Ostrich through repeated breeding attempts.TwinsPositive30% chance to produce an extra offspring when breeding. More offspring per cycle means more chances at rare variants.PrecocialPositiveGrowth period reduced by 1 day (from 7 to 6 days). Helps new ostriches reach breeding age faster.OptimismPositive50% chance for happiness to double when rising. Reduces brushing frequency needed to keep ostriches happy.WorkaholicPositiveIncreases daily work cycles. Less relevant for ostriches since they lack utility abilities like weeding or pest control.BulkinessPositiveOstrich grows physically larger. Cosmetic effect only.PrideNegativeOstrich cannot be petted. Makes maintaining high happiness very difficult. Sell ostriches with this trait immediately.PetitenessNegativeOstrich stays smaller than normal. Cosmetic only, but generally undesirable.BloomNegativeHappiness boost decreased by 1 point per interaction. Gradually degrades mood. Sell affected ostriches promptly.7170For breeding purposes, prioritize ostriches with Strong and Twins traits. When both parents share the same positive trait, offspring have roughly a 90% chance of inheriting it. Remove any ostrich carrying Pride or Bloom from your breeding pool immediately.7271Breeding Strategy for Phoenix Ostrich7473The Phoenix Ostrich is the rarest ostrich variant, with magnificent tail feathers resembling a phoenix. Obtaining one requires patience and a systematic approach:7675Buy 8 to 12 Common Ostriches to establish a breeding pool. You will need 2 to 3 Ostrich Barns (4 per barn).Check every ostrich's DNA profile right away. Sell any with Pride, Bloom, or Petiteness.Keep ostriches with Strong and Twins traits as your core breeders.Run multiple breeding pairs simultaneously across all barns. Fill every breeding slot each day.Use a Breeding House (3,500 Coins, Intermediate) for controlled pairings. When you obtain a Snow or Golden Ostrich, try pairing two rare variants together for a potentially improved chance at the Phoenix Ostrich.Use Love Ostrich Feed from the Love Feeder station to reset breeding cooldowns during targeted breeding campaigns.Be patient. The Phoenix Ostrich has the lowest breeding probability among all ostrich variants. Plan for multiple in-game weeks of consistent breeding.7877Comparison with Other Expert and Senior Mounts8079The following table compares ostriches with other high-tier rideable animals to help you choose where to invest your Coins and barn space.8281SpeciesTierPriceRider CapacityKey ProductsSpecial NotesOstrichExpert2,7501Ostrich Egg, FeatherFast ground speed, egg and feather productionAlpacaExpert2,7501Alpaca Wool, Alpaca SpitDual-purpose: mount + wool/spit productionHorseSenior1,3502Fur, Horse DewOnly species supporting duo riding (two players)DeerSenior1,3501Fur5 variants including the special Luna Deer (found wild in Moonlit Forest)8483Tips8584Feathers from ostriches are a useful crafting material. The Cattle Barn recipe requires 4 Feathers, and several other building and crafting recipes call for them as well.Install a Poultry Egg Station (4,500 Coins, Intermediate) in each Ostrich Barn for automatic egg collection. This saves daily visits and stacks well with multiple barns.Invest in a Feeding Trough and Cleaning Pod early. These Intermediate-tier stations are relatively cheap compared to the 2,750-Coin ostriches themselves and dramatically reduce daily care time.Keep at least one Common Ostrich for reliable daily egg and feather output while dedicating other barn slots to breeding for rare variants.Ostriches and alpacas unlock at the same tier and share the same price point. Consider raising both species to diversify your product output between eggs, feathers, wool, and spit.The Phoenix Ostrich, with its fiery phoenix-like tail feathers, is one of the most visually striking animals in the game. Even if you do not need it for quests, it makes an impressive prestige mount.8786Related Articles8988AnimalsBreeding and GeneticsAlpacasMountsGreen Pasture RanchRanchingRancher Trial WalkthroughsAnimal FeedAnimal Products
