The area that you describe with 1 to 1 1/2 acres with a barn and pond, surrounded by a 6' fence, sounds like the ideal environment for two mu's when they are old enough to be outside on their own. They don't have a natural homing instinct so I'm not sure what would be the outcome if they were...
I see this thread has been going for a few years now. I just have to jump in as it is obvious that emus and emu behavior can vary greatly - as can the owner's understanding of this magnificent breed of ratite.
My first pair of emu came to live on our farm when they were 6 months old. It took a...