Green Turaco
Tauraco persa
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<birdfyi-bird slug="tauraco-persa"></birdfyi-bird>The Green Turaco (Tauraco persa) is a bird species in the family Musophagidae (turacos), within the order Musophagiformes (turacos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 35.6 cm and a weight of 290.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A medium-sized turaco (40-43 cm) found in forests and forest edges across West Africa from Senegal to Togo. Bright green plumage with crimson wing patches and a rounded green crest. Frugivore. One of the most widespread West African turacos.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 35,6 cm | 14.0 in |
| Poids | 290,6666666666667 g | 10.25 oz |
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Found in forests and forest edges across West Africa from Senegal to Togo. Resident in lowland forest.
Diet & Feeding
West African forest frugivore; feeds on diverse berries, figs, and drupes. Supplements with flowers and occasional invertebrates.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 21-23 days. Fledging: 26-28 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Loud, resonant screaming calls with carrying quality; musical harsh notes audible across dense riverine forest.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Musophagiformes (Turacos) |
| Famille | Musophagidae (Turacos) |
| Genus | Tauraco |
| Espèces | Tauraco persa |
Distribution
Green Turaco has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Musophagidae family