Knysna Turaco
Tauraco corythaix
Points
20
per confirmed sighting
BirdConservation status: Least ConcernUncommon to spot
birds • Musophagidae
Knysna Turaco.
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Tauraco corythaix
Category
birds
Family
Musophagidae
Size
Body mass: approximately 308 g (EltonTraits).
Points
20 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding knysna turaco in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
EltonTraits foraging-strata profile: mid-level vegetation 60%, canopy foraging 40%.
Diet
EltonTraits diet profile: fruit 70%; seeds 10%; other plant material 10%; invertebrates 10%.
Behaviour
When to look
Not classified as primarily nocturnal in EltonTraits.
Where to see it
South Africa
EswatiniSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
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