Hank Halsey
Helmeted Guineafowl with an Attitude
This is a gregarious species, forming flocks outside the breeding season typically of about 25 birds that also roost communally. Guineafowl are particularly well-suited to consuming massive quantities of ticks, which might otherwise spread lyme disease.
These birds are terrestrial, and prone to run rather than fly when alarmed. Like most gallinaceous birds, they have a short-lived explosive flight and rely on gliding to cover extended distances. Helmeted guineafowl are great runners, and can walk 6 miles and more in a day. They make loud harsh calls when disturbed.
Shot in the wild
Samburu National Reserve
Kenya, Africa
Lifer
Helmeted Guineafowl with an Attitude
This is a gregarious species, forming flocks outside the breeding season typically of about 25 birds that also roost communally. Guineafowl are particularly well-suited to consuming massive quantities of ticks, which might otherwise spread lyme disease.
These birds are terrestrial, and prone to run rather than fly when alarmed. Like most gallinaceous birds, they have a short-lived explosive flight and rely on gliding to cover extended distances. Helmeted guineafowl are great runners, and can walk 6 miles and more in a day. They make loud harsh calls when disturbed.
Shot in the wild
Samburu National Reserve
Kenya, Africa
Lifer