Red Crested Turaco by danob
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Description
Red-crested Turaco, as other members of this family, has two copper pigments, “red turacin” and “turacoverdin”, not found in any other birds. In most of birds, these bright colours are produced by diffraction of light on the surface of the feathers, but not so with turacos. These two pigments are closely related to the habitat where the birds are living, and that is of great interest.
Red-crested Turaco is often seen in groups of up to 30 birds, or in pairs. They are gregarious, but shy birds, often remaining in trees. They come to the ground only for drinking and bathing. These poor fliers move easily among the branches from tree to tree at canopy-level.
Red-crested Turaco is monogamous. Turacos are strongly territorial and may remain in family groups for long periods.
Comments (38)
Fantastic and beautiful photography my friend.....!!!
Great shot and such a beauty.
Spectacular animal. Bellisimo y una gran capture como siempre. Sperm image.
you did an excellent job of showing us the beautiful colors of an unusual bird.
A fine shot of this interesting bird.
Awesome picture!!
They are lovely birds alright
A fascinating bird and sublime render, DOF and presentation! Go an-mhaith! :-)