Ruspoli's Turaco
Tauraco ruspolii
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A medium-sized turaco (40-42 cm) endemic to southern Ethiopia. Green and violet plumage with a distinctive red crest. Frugivore of juniper forest. Classified as Vulnerable due to restricted range and ongoing habitat loss. Named after Prince Eugenio Ruspoli.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 36,4 cm | 14.3 in |
| Poids | 245,0 g | 8.64 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Sirkeer Malkoha: rufous-brown above; pale buff below; curved yellow-red bill; graduated dark tail; yellow orbital skin; Indian species
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Endemic to southern Ethiopia in juniper forest around Arero and Yabelo. Classified as Vulnerable.
Diet & Feeding
Critically endangered Ethiopian endemic; feeds on juniper berries, figs, and forest fruits. Supplements with flowers and invertebrates.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Loud, laughing-toned call with musical quality; rich resonant notes carrying well through African dry woodland.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Musophagiformes (Turacos) |
| Famille | Musophagidae (Turacos) |
| Genus | Tauraco |
| Espèces | Tauraco ruspolii |
Distribution
Ruspoli's Turaco has been recorded in 1 countries.
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