Ethiopian Bushcrow
Zavattariornis stresemanni
EndangeredAves · Passeriformes · Corvidae
About
The Ethiopian bushcrow, also known as the Stresemann's bushcrow, Abyssinian pie, bush crow, or by its generic name Zavattariornis, is a rather starling-like bird, which is a member of the crow family, Corvidae. It is slightly larger than the North American blue jay and is a bluish-grey in overall colour which becomes almost white on the forehead. The throat and chest are creamy-white with the tail and wings a glossy black. The black feathers have a tendency to bleach to brown at their tips. The iris of the bird is brown and the eye is surrounded by a band of naked bright blue skin. The bill, legs, and feet are black.
Fun Fact
It is slightly larger than the North American blue jay and is a bluish-grey in overall colour which becomes almost white on the forehead.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Lives in flat savanna covered with mature acacia and Commiphora thornbushes.
Diet
Eats primarily invertebrates and specifically insects, including termites.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Loss
- Poaching and Hunting
- Human-Wildlife Conflict
- Disease