Even the bird’s head feathers look like quill pens tucked behind their ears for writing. Secretary birds live only in Africa, in the areas south of the Sahara Desert. They usually live in grassy ...

2023 The secretary bird's name comes from black feathers which sit atop its head when mature, resembling a quill pen. The bird is also known for its ability to consume snakes, including formidable ...

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