African Honeyguide

GPTKB entity

Statements (58)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bird
gptkbp:adaptations specialized foraging techniques
gptkbp:behavior cooperative breeding
gptkbp:breeding_season varies by region
gptkbp:calling_code whistles and trills
gptkbp:clutch_size 2-4 eggs
gptkbp:coloration brown and white plumage
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by bird conservation groups
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance important in local folklore
gptkbp:diet nectar and insects
larvae of bees
gptkbp:distribution gptkb:sub-Saharan_Africa
gptkbp:egg_color white with brown spots
gptkbp:egg_size 2.5 cm long
gptkbp:family gptkb:Indicatoridae
gptkbp:field featured in birdwatching guides.
gptkbp:fledging_period 20-25 days
gptkbp:foraging_behavior open woodlands
follows honey badgers
honey hunting with humans
gptkbp:genus Indicator
gptkbp:habitat savannas
wooded areas
gptkbp:habitat_preference prefers disturbed areas
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label African Honeyguide
gptkbp:incubation_period 14-16 days
gptkbp:length 20-25 cm
gptkbp:mating_system monogamous
gptkbp:migration non-migratory
gptkbp:mimicry mimics the calls of other birds
gptkbp:nest_location tree cavities
gptkbp:nest_material plant fibers and feathers
gptkbp:nesting cavity nester
gptkbp:nestling_diet insects and larvae
gptkbp:predators birds of prey
snakes and mammals
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Lesser_Honeyguide
gptkb:Greater_Honeyguide
gptkbp:research_interest studied for mutualism
gptkbp:social_behavior often seen in pairs
gptkbp:social_structure solitary or in pairs
gptkbp:species Indicator indicator
gptkbp:subspecies Indicator indicator exilis
Indicator indicator gurneyi
Indicator indicator indicator
Indicator indicator ruficollis
Indicator indicator venustus
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with humans for honey hunting
gptkbp:territorial_behavior defends nesting territory
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:vision excellent color vision
gptkbp:vocalization distinctive calls
used for mate attraction
gptkbp:weight 50-70 g
gptkbp:wing_configuration 30-35 cm
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:honeyguides
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6