Eurasian Hoopoe

Upupa Epops

Order:

Bucerotiformes

Family:

Upupidae

Size:

19-32 cm

Weight:

38-67 g

Taxonomy:

U. e. epops (Linnaeus, 1758) and U. e. ceylonensis (Reichenbach, 1853)

Short Description:

Eurasian Hoopoe is a medium-sized bird with striking plumage and a unique appearance. It has a cinnamon-brown body with black and white wings, a long, thin, down-curved bill, and a prominent erectile crest on its head. Its wings and tail are boldly patterned with black and white stripes. Overall, its appearance is unmistakable and quite striking.

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast

Eurasian Hoopoe is a widespread resident bird found throughout the country, including in urban and rural areas. It is commonly observed in a variety of habitats, including gardens, parks, agricultural fields, and even city suburbs. They are most abundant in areas with suitable foraging habitat, such as areas with short grass where they can probe for insects.

Eurasian Hoopoes are primarily insectivorous, feeding on a variety of invertebrates such as beetles, caterpillars, and grasshoppers. They use their long, slender bill to probe into the soil or crevices in search of prey. Their diet may also include small reptiles, amphibians, and occasionally berries.