Animals/Nature on Instagram: "The secretary bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) is a large, long-legged raptor found mainly in sub-Saharan Africa. Known for its distinctive appearance, it has an eagle-like body with long crane-like legs and a striking crest of long black feathers that resemble quill pens behind its head—hence its name, as the crest resembles a secretary with pens tucked behind their ear. These birds are unique hunters, known for their ability to stomp and kill snakes and other prey

Valentin Gruener on Instagram: "The secretary bird is an endangered species. Their scientific name is Sagittarius serpentarius and it means “archer of snakes”. They have the longest legs of any bird of prey. The secretary bird and the caracara they are the only terrestrial birds of prey hunting for their food on foot. The secretary bird either stomps (tramples) its prey to death or strike with the beak. They flap their wings as a target when catching venomous snakes. A bite to the feathers in th