Green Turaco

A Green Turaco, also known as a Guinea Turaco, (Tauraco persa) from the Birds of Eden free-to-roam open air sanctuary. In South Africa, where this was taken, Turacos are often known as Louries. To make matters worse, some people spell it lourie and some loerie lourie... Anyway, its a Green Turaco and thats that

While i dont know about this bird in particular, Birds of Eden take birds that were once pets and let them live as free and wild as possible. Unfortunately being ex-pets means they need to be fed but every effort is made for it to be a varied and balanced choice, not just sunflowerseeds all day every day. Many different species live here, protected from predators and have the space they need if they want to escape from the human visitors (who follow strict walkways through the trees).


See also my similar shot of a Parrot: [link]