Across Africa’s open grasslands, the secretary bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) stands apart from other birds of prey. With crane-like legs and the hunting instincts of an eagle, it stalks the ground ...

The secret of the gracefulness of the birds found in African savannas lies in the name 'secretary bird'. The secretary bird, a tall bird that has wings like those of an eagle, gains fame owing to its ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Birds of prey typically fit into a common mold: they are ...

The species is currently classified as Endangered by the IUCN. Recent GPS tracking reveals that female secretary birds require a hunting radius of up to 18.6 miles. In the vast golden grasslands of ...

Image via James Lee/ Pexels. The secretary bird is a fascinating mix of elegance and executioner. This bird, sporting a delicate crown of feathers, has long slender legs that it uses as weapons to ...