Purple-crested Turaco
NamePurple-crested Turaco
Common NamePurple-crested Turaco
Scientific NameTauraco porphyreolophus
FamilyMusophagidae
Wingspan (cm)48
Length (cm)43
Weight (g)250
Plumage DetailsFeatures a prominent purple crest, a bright green face and throat, and a red eye-ring. The body plumage is largely iridescent blue, with a long blue tail and some red visible in the flight feathers when spread.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations are a series of loud, guttural 'kow-kow-kow' or 'kok-kok-kok' calls, often given in chorus.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southeastern Africa, ranging from southern Tanzania through Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, eastern Zambia, and eastern South Africa.
Identifying FeaturesPurple crest, Red eye-ring, Green face and throat, Iridescent blue body plumage, Long tail
Description
This striking turaco is an arboreal bird known for its vibrant plumage and distinctive crest. It primarily feeds on fruits, moving gracefully through the forest canopy with strong legs and feet.
