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The Secretary bird or the hunter bird is one of the terrestrial birds among the larger carnivorous birds. With the Arabic name of “Saqr-et-tair”, means, “hawk or falcon of the desert” is the habitat of open savannahs and grasslands. The “Saqr-et-tair” later became “Secretaire” in French. The Secretary Bird scientific name is “Sagittarius Serpentarius”. Continue reading →

When it comes to the species, those who kill snakes, then the different animals or birds come in our minds like the vulture, falcon, mongoose, etc. The secretary bird is also one of the snake-killing predators. This bird has a Latin name known as “Saggitarius Serpentarius”, which means “catcher of serpent or snake”. Continue reading →

The secretary bird size is tall and large, and located in open grasslands and savannah of the sub-Saharan region. The secretary bird has a head like an eagle with yellow colour around its eyes. This hunter bird has long legs covered with thick black scales to protect the leg from snake venom. Continue reading →

The Secretary bird is a large bird with the head of an eagle with Long legs and neck. It was named after its feathered crest on the back of its head. The feathered crests actually look like an old secretary carrying old quill pens on behind his ears or, look like an old-fashioned clerk carrying quill pens on his wig. Continue reading →

Tanzania is one of the magical countries of the African Continent that is sealed with many surprises. The country isn’t only a dream destination amongst the safari and wildlife lovers; it is also a dreamland for Secretary Bird. Continue reading →