The Hoopoe could not be mistaken for a different species for the plumage on
their head. They also have stripes that resemble a Zebra's. They live in open forests, areas with thorny buses and lots of vegetation. They eat worms, moles, caterpillars, coleopters, and fruit. Hoopoes get their names from the funny call they have. It sounds like hoop-hoop-hoop. Their scientific name is Upupa epops and belongs to family called Upupidae. Their habitat includes gardens, forests, park, woodlands, savanna, and riverine areas. Breeding season for these birds is from July to December.

The Hoopoe lays two to four eggs at a time and they hatch in 17 days. Their nests
are located in holes in trees, termite mounds, and walls. The Hoopoe inhabits much of Asia, parts of Africa, and Eurasia.