White-cheeked Turaco
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    White-cheeked Turaco

    Menelikornis leucotis

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    The white-cheeked turaco is a species of bird in the family Musophagidae. It is found in Eritrea, Ethiopia, and South Sudan. A mid-sized species, it measures about 43 cm (17 in) in length, including a tail of 19 cm (7.5 in), and weighs about 200–315 g (7.1–11.1 oz). This species is the most commonly raised turaco in captive conditions.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for White-cheeked Turaco. Sightings recorded in 7 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    East Africa
    Bale Mountains National ParkBale Mountains & Southeast Highlands, Ethiopia
    Rare
    Demaro Controlled Hunting AreaBale Mountains & Southeast Highlands, Ethiopia
    Rare
    Hanto East Controlled Hunting AreaBale Mountains & Southeast Highlands, Ethiopia
    Rare
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