Ruspoli's Turaco
Tauraco ruspolii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="tauraco-ruspolii"></birdfyi-bird>The Ruspoli's Turaco (Tauraco ruspolii) is a bird species in the family Musophagidae (turacos), within the order Musophagiformes (turacos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 36.4 cm and a weight of 245 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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О нас
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 36,4 cm | 14.3 in |
| Масса | 245,0 g | 8.64 oz |
Habitat & Range
Географический ареал
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.
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Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Nest type: PL.
Размер кладки
2
Звук
Пение
Loud, laughing-toned call with musical quality; rich resonant notes carrying well through African dry woodland.
Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Musophagiformes (Turacos) |
| Семейство | Musophagidae (Turacos) |
| Genus | Tauraco |
| Виды | Tauraco ruspolii |
Distribution
Ruspoli's Turaco has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Other species in the Musophagidae family