Oriental Pied Hornbill

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Oriental Pied Hornbill (<em>Anthracoceros albirostris</em>) is a species of Hornbills (<em>Bucerotidae</em>) in the order Hornbills and Allies.

Overview

Oriental Pied Hornbill (Anthracoceros albirostris) is a species of Hornbills (Bucerotidae) in the order Hornbills and Allies. A black hornbill with a white belly and a pale casque; highly adaptable, even found in urban parks; nests in tree cavities; feeds on fruit and small animals.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Anthracoceros; binomial: Anthracoceros albirostris; authority: (Shaw, 1808). Typical size: 55-60cm. Average lifespan: 20-30 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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