These birds are brave! The red-legged seriema is one of just several species that prey upon the venomous coral snake.

ORIGIN:
Eastern South America

HABITAT:
Grasslands

HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
3-6 lbs
Length: 20 in

DIET:
Small mammals, snakes, lizards, insects and eggs

PREDATORS:
Unknown

NATURAL DEFENSES:
Sharp nails

REPRODUCTION:
Lay 2 eggs at one time; 4-week incubation

THREATS:
None

LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Up to 50 yrs