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Planet Zoo 2 Secretarybird
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Secretarybird in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Secretarybird requirements
| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Biome | Grassland |
| Enclosure | Habitat (flying) |
| Minimum area | Land 200 m², Flight 60 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 100 m², Flight 25 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 10 m² |
| Temperature | 14 to 36 °C |
| Group size | 1–2 |
| Barrier | Grade 2, at least 1 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | Yes, not in the first Planet Zoo (all DLC included) |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Endangered |
At 60 m² of flight space, the Secretarybird needs more flight space than 82% of the other 11 Planet Zoo 2 flying habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Secretarybird space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (2 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 200 m² | 100 m² | 300 m² |
| Flight | 60 m² | 25 m² | 85 m² |
Shelter: 10 m² per animal.
Secretarybird barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 1 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Secretarybird species facts
| Class | Bird (Aves) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (leg span) | 2.2 m |
Setup checklist for a Secretarybird habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Secretarybird as habitat (flying).
- Give the first animal at least Land 200 m², Flight 60 m², plus Land 100 m², Flight 25 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 2 barrier at least 1 m high.
- Keep the temperature within 14 to 36 °C and theme the area as Grassland.
- Plan a group of 1 to 2 animals.
Animals that can live with the Secretarybird
Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (Secretarybird: 14 to 36 °C).
Thriving with (0)
The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.
Neutral with (3)
A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared habitat still has to suit every species in it.
Compare with
Put the Secretarybird next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Aardvark, African Leopard, African Penguin, African Savannah Elephant.
FAQ
How much space does a Secretarybird need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 200 m², Flight 60 m² for the Secretarybird, plus Land 100 m², Flight 25 m² for each additional animal, and 10 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Secretarybird need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Secretarybird needs a temperature of 14 to 36 °C and a group size of 1–2, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Secretarybird in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists 3 compatible species for the Secretarybird. Neutral: Aardvark, Meerkat, Wild Boar.