Violet Turaco
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    Violet Turaco

    Tauraco violaceus

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    The violet turaco, also known as the violaceous plantain eater, is a large turaco, a group of African otidimorphae.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Violet Turaco. Sightings recorded in 40 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    West Africa
    Kalakpa Game Production ReserveVolta Basin & Eastern Plains, Ghana
    Rare
    Abuko Nature ReserveGreater Banjul & Coastal Region, Gambia
    Rare
    Bankuba Forest ParkEastern Gambia & Upper River, Gambia
    Rare
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