17/02/2026
The Secretarybird (Sagittarius serpentarius) is a large terrestrial bird of prey native to sub-Saharan Africa. Unlike most raptors, it hunts primarily on foot, striding through open grasslands and savannas in search of snakes, small mammals, reptiles, and insects.
Recognised by its long legs, eagle-like body, and distinctive black crest feathers, it can stand over a metre tall. Rather than relying on aerial attacks, the Secretarybird uses powerful, precise stomps to subdue its prey — including venomous snakes.
A ground-based hunter and unmistakable silhouette of the African savanna. Spotted at
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