Secretary Bird Collection

Secretary bird - Masai Mara National Reserve - Kenya JFL11238
FL-3251 Secretary bird - Maasai Mara National Reserve Kenya Sagittarius serpentarius Ferrero Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Secretary Bird Close-Up Portrait
Sagittarius serpentarius, or hunter bird

Secretary bird engraving 1892
Die VAogel - Dr. Alfred Brehm, Leipzig und Wien 1892

Secretary Bird, Sagittarius serpentarius, Masai Mara, Kenya

Africa, Kenya. Secretary bird in tall grass
Kenya. Secretary bird in tall grass. Credit as: Joanne Williams / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Secretary bird, Sagittarius serpentarius, vulnerable (African snake-eater, Serpentarius africanus)
FLO4682007 Secretary bird, Sagittarius serpentarius, vulnerable (African snake-eater, Serpentarius africanus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Secretary bird, Sagittarius serpentarius. Vulnerable. Handcoloured engraving by widow Fournier
FLO4685294 Secretary bird, Sagittarius serpentarius. Vulnerable. Handcoloured engraving by widow Fournier and Lalaise after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d'Orbigny's

Sagittarius serpentarius (Secretary bird), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Sagittarius serpentarius (Secretary bird), 1777-1786

Birds of prey, hand-colored lithograph, published in 1880
1) Eurasian griffon (Gyps fulvus), 2) bearded vulture (Gypaetus barbatus), 3) eagle owl (Bubo), 4) osprey (Pandion haliaetus), 5) long-eared owl (Asio otus), 6) chicken hawk (UAccipiter gentilis)

Secretary Bird (Sagittarius serpentarius), Savuti, Botswana, Africa

Secretarybird (Sagittarius serpentarius), Onguma Safari Camp, near Etosha National Park, Kunene Region, Namibia

Punch cartoon: Edmond Fitzmaurice, 1st Baron Fitzmaurice, English Liberal politician (engraving)
6034968 Punch cartoon: Edmond Fitzmaurice, 1st Baron Fitzmaurice, English Liberal politician (engraving) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Accipitres, Vultures and Secretary Bird (colour litho)
6016747 Accipitres, Vultures and Secretary Bird (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Accipitres, Vultures and Secretary Bird)

A Secretary Bird at London Zoo in September, 1923 (b / w photo)
3116077 A Secretary Bird at London Zoo in September, 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

A vulnerable Secretary Bird or Secretarybird, at London Zoo in 1928 (b / w photo)
3822569 A vulnerable Secretary Bird or Secretarybird, at London Zoo in 1928 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Secretary Bird (colour litho)
6023626 Secretary Bird (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Secretary Bird. Illustration for Book of Natural History by F O Morris (Groombridge)

The Secretary Bird (colour litho)
5223470 The Secretary Bird (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Secretary Bird)

Bird Mite, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999709 Bird Mite, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

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wildlife, birds, secretary bird, secretary bird sagittarius serpentarius standing with beak open

Picture No. 12019742
Secretary Bird - Kalahari Desert, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa. Date:

Illustration of a Secretary bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) attacking a snake

Secretary Bird Sagittarius serpentarius hunting Lake Nakuru Kenya

Secretary Bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) Close-up - Massai Mara Wildlife Preserve, Kenya

Secretary Bird - at nest
FL-266 SECRETARY BIRD - in nest Sagittarius serpentarius Ferrero Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Secretary Bird (Sagittarius serpentarius), c1850, (1856)
Secretary Bird, (Sagittarius serpentarius), c1850, (1856). From Bible Natural History: containing a Description of Quadrupeds, Birds, Trees, Plants, Insects, Etc, Mentioned in the Holy Scriptures

Secretary bird, Masai Mara, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Secretary bird (Sagittarius serpentarius), Kalahari Transfrontier Park, South Africa, Africa

Illustration of a pair of Secretary birds (Sagittarius serpentarius) attacking a snake

Secretary-bird

Head of Secretary-bird

Secretarybird, Sagittarius serpentarius, Serengeti, UNESCO World heritage site, Tanzania, Africa

Secretary Bird -Sagittarius serpentarius-, Serengeti, Tanzania, Africa

Secretary Bird -Sagittarius serpentarius- in flight, Serengeti, Tanzania, Africa

Secretary Bird(saggitarius Serpentarius)

Birds: Secretary Bird, (Falconiformes, Sagittarius serpentarius) with Northern Carmine Bee-eater (Coraciiformes)
Zoology - Birds - Secretary Bird (Falconiformes, Sagittarius serpentarius) with Northern Carmine Bee-eater (Coraciiformes, Merops nubicus), illustration

Secretary bird drinking C014 / 0920
Secretary bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) drinking. This bird of prey inhabits grassland and open spaces of sub-Saharan Africa. Although an accomplished flyer it remains mostly terrestrial

Secretary bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) wading in a watering hole. This bird of prey inhabits grassland and open spaces of sub-Saharan Africa

Secretary Bird - preening itself - KwaZulu Natal - South Africa
VAN-61 SECRETARY BIRD - side view, preening itself, on the grass KwaZula- Natal Midlands, South Africa Sagittarius serpentarius Ingrid Van den Berg contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Secretary Bird
JD-15684 Secretary Bird Sagittarius serpentarius John Daniels contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Secretary Bird - feeding water to chick
CH-4074 Secretary Bird - feeding water to chick Sagittarius serpentarius Clem Haagner contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Secretary-bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) adult, close-up of head, drinking, Kalahari Gemsbok N. P
Secretary-bird (Sagittarius serpentarius) adult, close-up of head, drinking, Kalahari Gemsbok N.P. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

Secretarybird (Sagittarius serpentarius) pair atop their nest, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Secreterybird - Kgalagadi Transfrotier Park - South Africa
VAN-187 SECRETARY BIRD - side profile Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa Sagittarius serpentarius Ingrid Van den Berg Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Secretary Bird - stamps on prey South Africa
CH-4773 Secretary Bird - stamps on prey South Africa Sagittarius serpentarius Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Secretary Bird - eating grasshopper
CH-3304 Secretary Bird - eating grasshopper Sagittarius serpentarius Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Secretary Bird - stamps on grasshopper
CH-3302A SECRETARY BIRD - stamps on grasshopper Sagittarius serpentarius Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Serpentaire
WAT-9158 Secretary Bird Kenya - Africa Sagittarius serpentarius M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Secretary Bird - in flight
LA-1723 Secretary Bird - in flight Sagittarius serpentarius Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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The majestic Secretary Bird, found in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, is a sight to behold. With its long legs and elegant stride, this bird stands tall as it surveys its surroundings. In a close-up portrait, we can admire the intricate details of its feathers and piercing eyes. Dating back to 1892, an engraving captures the essence of this remarkable creature. Its unique appearance and graceful movements make it a true wonder of nature. Found in the Masai Mara region of Kenya, this Secretary Bird gracefully navigates through tall grasses with ease. Lake Nakuru National Park in Kenya is another location where you may spot this magnificent bird. Standing proud against the backdrop of Africa's stunning landscapes, the Secretary Bird showcases its strength and beauty. A hand-colored lithograph from 1880 depicts Birds of Prey including our beloved Secretary Bird. This artwork highlights not only their physical attributes but also their importance within ecosystems. Venturing into Botswana's Savuti region brings us face-to-face with these incredible creatures once again. The Secretary Bird roams freely across African plains, leaving spectators awestruck by its presence. Interestingly enough, despite being called a "Secretary" bird due to its quill-like head feathers resembling those worn by secretaries in olden times; it does not hold any administrative duties. Instead, it reigns supreme as one of Africa's most iconic avian species. In a Punch cartoon from yesteryears featuring Edmond Fitzmaurice - an English Liberal politician - an engraving showcases his likeness alongside that of a Vulture and our very own Secretary Bird. This depiction serves as a reminder that even amidst political satire; nature continues to captivate artists' imaginations throughout history. From ancient engravings to modern-day photographs captured in vibrant color lithographs; each portrayal emphasizes just how extraordinary these birds truly are. Whether soaring high above or striding confidently on land, the Secretary Bird remains a symbol of Africa's rich wildlife heritage.