Helmeted Guineafowl

Overview

Helmeted Guineafowl (Numida meleagris) is a species of Guineafowl (Numididae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse). A gray bird covered with fine white spots, with a bare red-and-blue head and a horn-like casque; social, runs in flocks; domesticated in Africa and kept for meat and eggs; gives loud distinctive calls.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Numida; binomial: Numida meleagris; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 53-58cm. Average lifespan: 10-15 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.