Endemic to Africa, the Secretary Bird is a carnivore species inhabiting grasslands, savannas habitats. Weighing 2.3–4.5 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Secretary Bird | Carnivore Birds Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.4 kg | 2.3 kg | ↑ 48% |
| Height | 125 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 32 km/h | 33.5 km/h | ↓ 4% |
| Avg Speed | 24 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Secretary Bird inhabits grasslands, savannas habitats. It can be found in Africa.
Typical coloring: Black, Grey.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Secretary Bird is a solitary species belonging to the Sagittariidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Secretary Bird is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 13 carnivore birds, the Secretary Bird’s weight of 2.3–4.5 kg is higher than the group median of 2.3 kg.
Weight rank: #42 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Secretary Bird weigh?
A Secretary Bird typically weighs 2.3–4.5 kg, which is above average compared to the median of 2.3 kg among carnivore birds.
What is the conservation status of the Secretary Bird?
The Secretary Bird is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Secretary Bird live?
The Secretary Bird is found in Africa, in grasslands, savannas habitats.
How does the Secretary Bird reproduce?
The Secretary Bird has a gestation period of 42–46 days and typically produces 2 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026