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Speckled Mousebird

Colius striatus

The six living species of mousebirds are found only in Africa. Dining upon fruits, buds, and insects, their specially-jointed jaws give them a snake-like ability to swallow huge food.

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CONSERVATION STATUS

Least Concern

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