Blue-naped Mousebird
Urocolius macrourus
Least ConcernAves · Coliiformes · Coliidae
About
The blue-naped mousebird, also formerly called the blue-naped coly is a species of bird belonging to the family Coliidae within the order Coliiformes. They are the sister group to the clade Eucavitaves, which contains the families Leptosomiformes, Trogoniformes (trogons), Bucerotiformes, Piciformes and Coraciformes.
Fun Fact
A begging female vocalizes a unique sequence, described as "cruir-uu-tuit-truit", during courtship while the male utters a series of "tiuee-tuiee.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Live in the semi-desert and dry regions of Africa.
Diet
Eat leaves, flowers, and buds.
Lifespan
11 years
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance