| Common Hoopoe Upupa epops (aka Hoopoe, Eurasian Hoopoe) |
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Punakha, Bhutan The Common Hoopoe breeds across most of Europe, Asia and Africa though many of the European and Asian populations migrate southwards during the winter. |
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It is found in more open habitats though it requires holes in trees or cliffs for nesting and roosting. It feeds
mainly on the ground where it uses its long bill to probe for large insects and their larvae. It also eats small lizards, snakes, frogs, etc.. It is unmistakable with its crest, long, decurved bill and black and white pattern on the back, wings and tail. |
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There are recordings on xeno-canto and additional material is available via Avibase . | |||
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