What is the classification of the emu?

The classification of the emu is:Kingdom: Animalia

Phylum: Chordata

Subphylum: Vertebrata

Class: Aves

Order: Casuariiformes

Family: Dromaiidae

Genus: Dromaius

Species: novaehollandiae

Emus are also members of the group of birds known as ratites. Ratites are Flightless Birds, and include the emu, cassowary, kiwi, ostrich and rhea.