Secretary Bird vs Cassowary
Who would win?
Secretary Bird toss-up
| Secretary Bird | Cassowary | |
|---|---|---|
| 54.9 | Power index | 54.9 |
| B | Tier | B |
| #79 | Rank | #80 |
| 4 kg | Weight | 65 kg |
| 1.3 m | Length | — |
| 1.3 m | Height | 1.65 m |
| — | Top speed | 48 km/h |
| — | Bite force | — |
| 15 years | Lifespan | 19 years |
Secretary Bird wins this matchup 50% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 4 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from stamina (84 vs 58). Its power index is 54.9 against 54.9 for the Cassowary.
Size matters here: a typical adult Cassowary weighs about 65 kg (143 lb), roughly 16× the Secretary Bird's 4 kg. Despite that, the Secretary Bird's weapons and fighting stats carry the day.
The Cassowary's best chance is its attack (57 vs 36), plus abilities like Dagger-Toe Kick and Thermal Casque. This one is close enough that terrain, first contact and motivation could flip it.
Who would win, Secretary Bird or Cassowary?
Secretary Bird. Secretary Bird wins this matchup 50% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 4 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from stamina (84 vs 58). Its power index is 54.9 against 54.9 for the Cassowary.
Which is bigger, the Secretary Bird or the Cassowary?
The Cassowary (65 kg) is heavier than the Secretary Bird (4 kg).
Which is faster?
No reliable top speed exists for both, but the Secretary Bird is more agile (83 vs 73).
Odds come from the Animal Battle Stats model: six researched ratings, weighted, compared head to head. How it works