aÂ·mendÂ·ment. n. 1. The act of changing for the better; improvement: Society may sometimes show signs of repentance and amendment (George G. Coulton). 2.
While several species are relatively well known, the plumed guineafowl and the two members of the genus Agelastes remain relatively poorly known. These large birds measure from 40â71 cm (16â28 inches) in length, and weigh 700â1600 grams or 1.5-3.5 pounds.
The vulturine guinea fowl (Acryllium vulturinum) is the largest and showiest species of guinea fowl. This bird, which is native to grasslands in eastern Africa, has a longer neck, legs, and tail than other guinea fowl. It also has beautiful blue feathers on its breast.