Secretary Birds Flashcard

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What is the scientific name of the Secretary bird?

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Sagittarius serpentarius

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What is the average life span of a Secretary bird?

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10 to 15 years

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What is the Secretary bird's diet?

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Carnivore

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Where can Secretary birds be found?

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Sub-Saharan Africa

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How do Secretary birds hunt?

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On the ground

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What is the Secretary bird's favorite meal?

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Snakes

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How do Secretary birds protect themselves from snakebites?

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With their scales

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How do Secretary birds perform mating displays?

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In the air and on the ground

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Where do Secretary birds build their nests?

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In acacia trees

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How long do Secretary bird eggs take to hatch?

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50 days