Prince Ruspoli’s Turaco
Tauraco ruspolii
ENDEMIC to SEt. Uncommon resident in small patches of forest near Genale river, Wadera, Negele and Arero, favouring mixed broadleaved woodland at 1100–1800m; also found in degenerated habitats. Likely to be found in vicinity of fruiting trees. Hybridisation with White-cheeked recorded.Distinctive turaco, easily told from White-cheeked by bushy pinkish-cream crest, and lack of white patch in front of eye; also lacks white patch on side of neck.
Photo By HenuPhotography
on the way to Borana
Ethiopia
June 2021
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