Garden birds of Alberton: The Hoopoe
The African Hoopoe is a common resident often seen in Alberton gardens.
Did you know? The African Hoopoe is a common resident easily identified by its characteristic crest and distinctive call.
The hoopoe features cinnamon plumage with splotches of black and white on the wing and a long curved beak. It is mostly seen foraging on lawns for insects and grubs that make up most of its diet. Hoopoes are generally solitary.
The name hoope comes from its call, a loud “hoop-oop.” This sound is commonly heard throughout the day.
When alarmed the hoopoe responds by raising its long crest.
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