Bannerman's Turaco
Tauraco bannermani
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A medium-sized turaco (40-43 cm) endemic to the montane forests of the Bamenda Highlands in western Cameroon. Green plumage with a red crest. Frugivore of montane forest. Classified as Endangered due to extremely restricted range and severe deforestation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 32.2 cm | 12.7 in |
| Weight | 224.66666666666666 g | 7.92 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Red-faced Malkoha: dark green-black above; pale below; brilliant red bare facial skin; long dark tail; Philippine endemic; red face
Habitat & Range
Geographic Range
Endemic to the montane forests of the Bamenda Highlands in western Cameroon. Classified as Endangered.
Diet & Feeding
Critically endangered; feeds on montane Cameroon forest fruits, berries, and figs. Supplements with flowers and small invertebrates.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
2
Sound
Song
Loud, repeated crowing call with nasal quality; raucous series of notes carrying powerfully through forest canopy.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Musophagiformes (Turacos) |
| Family | Musophagidae (Turacos) |
| Genus | Tauraco |
| Species | Tauraco bannermani |
Distribution
Bannerman's Turaco has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Musophagidae family