Violet Turaco

Tauraco violaceus

The Violet Turaco (Tauraco violaceus) is a medium-sized bird native to the forests and woodlands of West Africa. It is known for its vibrant plumage, which includes shades of violet, green, and red. The bird is characterized by its distinctive crimson crown and long tail. Violet Turacos are arboreal and are often found perched in the canopy, where they feed on fruits, leaves, and flowers. They are known for their distinctive calls, which are often used for communication within their social groups. These birds play an important role in seed dispersal within their habitat, contributing to the diversity of plant species. The Violet Turaco is a stunning and iconic species of the African forest.

Habitat: Forests and woodlands of West Africa

Violet Turaco

Tours where you can spot this bird

Ghana Private Birding Guide with Yaw Illias
Ghana Private Birding Guide with Yaw Illias
Ghana / Accra Private tour 0h

Flexible private birdwatching from Accra with Yaw Illias, customized around each client’s interests, available time and preferred Ghana bi...

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14-Day Senegal and Gambia Combined Birdwatching Trip with Turaco Birding
14-Day Senegal and Gambia Combined Birdwatching Trip with Turaco Birding
The Gambia / Senegal and The Gambia Private tour 14 days | 0h

A combined 14-day Senegambia birdwatching trip linking Turaco Birding routes in The Gambia and Senegal....

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10-Day Senegal Birdwatching Trip with Turaco Birding
10-Day Senegal Birdwatching Trip with Turaco Birding
Senegal / Senegal Private tour 10 days | 0h

An all-inclusive 10-day Senegal birdwatching trip operated by Turaco Birding from its Senegambia birding program....

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10-Day Birdwatching Trip in The Gambia with Turaco Birding
10-Day Birdwatching Trip in The Gambia with Turaco Birding
The Gambia / The Gambia Private tour 10 days | 0h

An all-inclusive 10-day Turaco Birding trip through The Gambia for coastal, wetland, river and up-country birding....

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Birds and Breakfast at Lamin Lodge with Abuko Birding
Birds and Breakfast at Lamin Lodge with Abuko Birding
The Gambia / Lamin and Abuko Private tour 7h

An early Birds and Breakfast outing with coffee at Lamin Lodge, rice-field birding and Abuko Nature Reserve....

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Full-Day Gambia Birdwatching Trips with Turaco Birding
Full-Day Gambia Birdwatching Trips with Turaco Birding
The Gambia / Greater Banjul Coast Private tour 11h

A full-day Turaco Birding option from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM combining coastal forests, wetlands, creeks and woodland sites....

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Half-Day Coastal Birdwatching Trips with Turaco Birding
Half-Day Coastal Birdwatching Trips with Turaco Birding
The Gambia / Greater Banjul Coast Private tour 5.5h

A half-day private birdwatching option covering Abuko, Farasutu, Brufut Woods, Pirang/Bonto, Kartong, Kotu Creek or Marakissa....

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Tendaba and Basse 4-Day Birding Excursion with Turaco Birding
Tendaba and Basse 4-Day Birding Excursion with Turaco Birding
The Gambia / Tendaba and Basse Private tour 4 days | 0h

A four-day Turaco Birding route from the coast toward Tendaba and Basse for river, woodland and up-country birding....

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14 Day Comprehensive Nature Adventure Birding- Gambia-Senegal
14 Day Comprehensive Nature Adventure Birding- Gambia-Senegal
The Gambia Group tour 14 days | 0h

Experience an unforgettable 14-day birdwatching adventure in The Gambia and Senegal, exploring some of West Africa’s richest and most dive...

From 2000.00 EUR
11-Day Gambia Birding Expedition
11-Day Gambia Birding Expedition
The Gambia Group tour 11 days | 0h

Explore the rich birdlife of The Gambia and Senegal on an eleven-day expedition through some of West Africa’s most diverse and rewarding h...

From 650.00 EUR