Secretarybird
NameSecretarybird
Common NameSecretarybird
Scientific NameSagittarius serpentarius
FamilySagittariidae
Wingspan (cm)200
Length (cm)130
Weight (g)3300
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly grey, with black flight feathers, black thighs, and white underparts. It has a distinctive crest of long black feathers on the back of its head and bare orange-red facial skin.
Vocalization / CallSecretarybirds typically make deep croaking or booming calls, especially during courtship displays. They can also produce hisses and grunts.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatssavanna, grassland, shrubland
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeFound throughout sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal and Mauritania east to Somalia, and south to South Africa.
Identifying Featuresvery long crane-like legs, distinctive crest of black feathers, bare orange-red facial skin, grey body with black flight feathers, long tail streamers
Description
The Secretarybird is a large, terrestrial bird of prey native to Africa, known for its long, crane-like legs and distinctive crest of black feathers. It primarily hunts on foot, striking prey with its powerful legs and feet.
