Ussher's Honeyguide

Telacanthura ussheri

Ussher's Honeyguide (Telacanthura ussheri) is a small bird species found in the forests of West Africa. It is known for its distinctive olive-green plumage, with a yellow throat and chest. This species is named after the British explorer and naturalist, Thomas Ussher. Ussher's Honeyguide is known for its unique behavior of guiding humans and other animals to beehives, where it feeds on beeswax and bee larvae. It also consumes fruits and insects as part of its diet. The conservation status of Ussher's Honeyguide is currently listed as Least Concern by the IUCN.

Habitat: Forest habitats of West Africa