Brown Mesite
Mesitornis unicolor
VulnerableAves · Mesitornithiformes · Mesitornithidae
About
The brown mesite is a ground-dwelling bird endemic to Madagascar. It is one of three species in the mesite family or the Mesitornithidae, and though classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), it is the most widespread of the three.
Fun Fact
Its rufous brown plumage provides reasonable camouflage on the shady forest floor.
Quick Facts
Habitat
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Diet
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Lifespan
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Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change