The Griffin's turning radius is so big that if you position yourself correctly you can stand still and the Griffin will go in cirles around you forever.

They look cute and stuff but they are NOT friendly. One of these landed on me and violated me in ways I rather not talk about...

Up vote so Dododex adds maps that highlight where the Dino you want to find is most commonly found

Around mountain tops with no snow usually on ragnarok

This bird is very aggressive and will fly away at high speeds when it's almost dead or about to be knocked out.