Does an emu run backwards when they are frightened?

Emus do not typically run backwards when frightened, but they can and will do so if they feel the need to. Emus are flightless birds that are native to Australia. They are the largest birds in Australia, and they can run at speeds of up to 50 kilometers per hour. When emus are frightened, they will usually try to run away from the source of the fear. However, if they are cornered or they feel that they cannot escape, they may turn and run backwards. Running backwards can help emus to confuse their predators and allow them to escape.