Grey Go-away-bird
Corythaixoides concolor
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A medium-sized go-away-bird (48-51 cm) widespread in southern and East African savanna and woodland. Entirely grey plumage with a tall crest. Named for its loud, nasal go-away call. Frugivore of woodland and garden trees. One of Africa's most familiar birds in suburban areas.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 43.1 cm | 17.0 in |
| Weight | 254.0 g | 8.96 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Reynaud's Coua: gray-brown above; white below with rufous flanks; bare blue facial skin; long dark tail; Madagascar forest species
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Widespread in southern and East African savanna and woodland from South Africa to Kenya. Resident and common.
Diet & Feeding
Frugivore feeding on berries, figs, and pods in savanna trees. Supplements with flowers, buds, and occasional insects.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 26-28 days. Fledging: 23-28 days.
Clutch Size
3
Sound
Song
Loud, honking call with nasal quality; repeated resonant tones carrying strongly through open African acacia woodland.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Musophagiformes (Turacos) |
| Family | Musophagidae (Turacos) |
| Genus | Corythaixoides |
| Species | Corythaixoides concolor |
Distribution
Grey Go-away-bird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Musophagidae family