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Rhinoceros Hornbill

Buceros rhinoceros

Vulnerable
Wingspan
91.7 cm
Weight
2448.75 g
Family
Bucerotidae
Order
Bucerotiformes

The Rhinoceros Hornbill (Buceros rhinoceros) is a bird species in the family Bucerotidae (hornbills), within the order Bucerotiformes (hornbills & hoopoes). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 91.7 cm and a weight of 2.4 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 91.7 cm 36.1 in
Weight 2448.75 g 86.38 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CV. Incubation: 37-46 days. Fledging: 78-80 days.

Clutch Size

1-2

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Bucerotiformes (Hornbills & Hoopoes)
Family Bucerotidae (Hornbills)
Genus Buceros
Species Buceros rhinoceros

Distribution

Rhinoceros Hornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Rhinoceros Hornbill endangered?
The Rhinoceros Hornbill has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Rhinoceros Hornbill nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 37-46 days. Fledging: 78-80 days.
How big is the Rhinoceros Hornbill?
The Rhinoceros Hornbill has a wingspan of 91.7 cm, weight of 2448.75 g.
What order and family does the Rhinoceros Hornbill belong to?
The Rhinoceros Hornbill (Buceros rhinoceros) belongs to the order Bucerotiformes and the family Bucerotidae.

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