Emu Captured After Running Loose on I-76, King of Prussia

A large flightless bird, initially reported as either an emu or an ostrich, caused a stir on I-76 near King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, after escaping from its owner's trailer on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The bird was seen waddling along the busy highway as traffic slowed and commuters captured video and photos of the unusual sight. Pennsylvania State Police responded quickly, safely capturing the animal and holding it until the owner arrived. Eyewitness accounts and media reports generated confusion over whether the bird was an emu or an ostrich, but authorities and most sources identified it as an emu. The incident follows a previous 2020 case when an emu ran loose in the area, reflecting a rare but not unprecedented occurrence in Montgomery County. Fortunately, this time the emu was safely captured without harm.