Violet Turaco

The Violet Turaco is native to a large range in West Africa from Senegal to Nigeria. It prefers tropical savannas and forests where it feeds on fruits and green foliage. It is known for its iridescent deep violet and purple coloration accented with a maroon crest on its head, and a bright orange and yellow candy corn beak. It has the typical red turaco wing patch that flashed vividly in flight. Turacos are extremely active and agile birds that must be provided with ample space to accommodate their busy personalities. A large, planted aviary is best. Turacos can become quite tame, accepting fruits such as grapes and blueberries from the hand and will eagerly await these treats at the front of the aviary once they are rewarded with them.