Running through the trees, Mousebirds move more like Rodents than Birds. From this activity, these gregarious Birds, with their grey fur-like feathers, received their name “Mousebird”. Considered to be “living fossils” by many, They are found only in the African Tropics.
Unrelated to any other Bird, Mousebirds are divided into two groups, within the Family. The Colies (Colius group) creep through the vegetation with their heads held low. Resembling Mice in trees, They run and climb over tree branches. The other group, the Uroclius, are stronger fliers. Their skeletons differ from the Colies. However, both groups eat a lot of fruit.
One owner of Mousebirds describes Them as “quirky but cute”. Gregarious and lively, Mousebirds enjoy dust parties and sunbathing. Curious about everything, these dull grey Birds investigate everything. Quite acrobatic, Mousebirds will feed upside down like Bats. However, They will often land by crashing head first into plants.
By their very nature, Mousebirds are the life of any party. At first glance, They may seem unprepossessing and dull. But these noisy happy Birds will liven up any gathering. Let Mousebirds show you how to enjoy yourself at social gatherings. (Just try not to crash into any plants.)
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Picture copyright of South Africa National Parks
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