Hornbills are birds in the families Bucerotidae and Bucorvidae. There are currently 62 extant species of hornbills recognised by the International Ornithologists' Union, two in Bucorvidae …

Hornbills are birds found in tropical and subtropical Africa, Asia and Melanesia of the family Bucerotidae. They are characterized by a long, down-curved bill which is frequently brightly …

Nov 3, 2020 · Hornbills are medium- to large-sized, large-billed, long-tailed birds of tropical forests, savannas, and grasslands, comprising the family Bucerotidae. The 62 species of …

May 27, 2024 · The hornbill is a family of tropical birds that reside almost exclusively in trees (except for a few ground-based species). The massive head, bill, and horn are all common …

Learn about why hornbills are poached, what helmeted hornbill ivory is used for, and how we can protect these exotic tropical birds.

Feb 21, 2025 · Hornbills range in size from 40 cm (16 inches), in the smaller Tockus species, to 160 cm (63 inches), in the great hornbill (Buceros bicornis). Several species, including the …

Jul 12, 2023 · Hornbill Species Image. Genus Bycanistes (sometimes included in Ceratogymna). Trumpeter HornbillBycanistes bucinatorPiping Hornbill Bycanistes fistulatorSilvery-cheeked …

There are two hornbill species that are unique because they are carnivorous and spend most of their time on the ground: Africa’s Abyssinian or northern hornbills and southern ground …

Apr 25, 2022 · Hornbills are a unique group of birds belonging to the Bucerotidae family, encompassing a variety of species with distinct physical traits and widespread habitats. These …

Feb 27, 2024 · Hornbills are truly remarkable birds with distinctive physical characteristics that make them easily recognizable in their natural habitats. Here’s a summary of their notable …