Violet Turaco (Musophaga violacea) by Lee at LPZ
Then God said, “Let the waters abound with an abundance of living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth across the face of the firmament of the heavens.” (Genesis 1:20 NKJV)
The Turacos belong to the Musophagidae – Turacos Family which includes 17 Turacos, 3 Go-away-birds and 2 Plantain-eaters.
The Turacos make up the bird family Musophagidae (literally “banana-eaters”), which includes plantain-eaters and go-away-birds. In southern Africa both turacos and go-away-birds are commonly known as louries. They are semi-zygodactylous – the fourth (outer) toe can be switched back and forth. The second and third toes, which always point forward, are conjoined in some species. Musophagids often have prominent crests and long tails; the turacos are noted for peculiar and unique pigments giving them their bright green and red feathers.
The plumage of Go-away-birds and plantain-eaters is mainly grey and white. The turacos on the other hand are brightly coloured birds, usually blue, green or purple.
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“Redeemed Medley” – by Faith Baptist Choir – 2-9-2014
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Thank you both for commenting. Those Turacos are another display of the Lord’s Creative Hand at work.
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“All things were created through Him and for Him.” Appreciating the Creator, who watches over each creature. They wait on Him, watching for Him to open His hand to satisfy each one. Magnificent is His creation. Far above magnificent is He!
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Beautiful photos
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