The helmeted guinea fowl is a bird native to Africa, known for its distinctive appearance. It has a round body covered in dark feathers with white spots, and a unique helmet-like structure on its head. These birds are social and often found in groups, foraging for seeds, insects, and small invertebrates on the ground. Helmeted guinea fowl are also known for their loud, distinctive calls, which can be heard over long distances. They are often kept as domesticated birds for their meat and eggs, and they play a role in controlling pests in gardens and farms. Their scientific name is Numida meleagris.