The Hoopoe: Close Up HD Footage (Upupa epops)

The Hoopoe, or Upupa epops, is a really cool bird you might spot in the UK. It's got this funky crest on its head that looks like a mohawk! These birds are about the size of a blackbird, with orange-pink feathers and black and white stripes on their wings.
Hoopoes love to eat insects, especially beetles and worms. They use their long, thin beaks to poke around in the soil for food. You're most likely to see them in open areas with short grass, like parks or golf courses.
These birds are pretty noisy, making a "hoop-hoop-hoop" sound that gives them their name. They're not common in Britain, but some pop over from Europe in the spring and summer.
Hoopoes have an odd way of protecting their nests - they spray smelly poo around to keep predators away! It's gross but clever. Despite this weird habit, many cultures think Hoopoes are special birds.

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