Kenya Crested Guineafowl

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Description

Kenya crested guinea fowl have a distinctive black crest on top of their heads, giving them their name.

Range & Habitat

Also known as the eastern crested guineafowl, these birds can be found in Kenya, Somalia, and United Republic of Tanzania.

At the Virginia Zoo, they can be found in our ZooFarm in the Purple Barn.

Behavior

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Diet

Kenya crested guinea fowl are omnivores primarily consuming insects, seeds, and roots.

Fun Facts

• Kenya crested guinea fowl are monogamous with strong and long lasting pair bonds.

Virginia Zoo Animals

Male: Ernie (hatched: 6/2015)

Female: Cha Cha (hatched: 6/20/2015)