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Brown-cheeked Hornbill
Bycanistes cylindricus
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
64.0 cm
Weight
921.0 g
Family
Bucerotidae
Order
Bucerotiformes
The Brown-cheeked Hornbill (Bycanistes cylindricus) is a bird species in the family Bucerotidae (hornbills), within the order Bucerotiformes (hornbills & hoopoes). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 64 cm and a weight of 921 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 64.0 cm | 25.2 in |
| Weight | 921.0 g | 32.49 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes (Hornbills & Hoopoes) |
| Family | Bucerotidae (Hornbills) |
| Genus | Bycanistes |
| Species | Bycanistes cylindricus |
Distribution
Brown-cheeked Hornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brown-cheeked Hornbill endangered?
The Brown-cheeked Hornbill has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Brown-cheeked Hornbill nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Brown-cheeked Hornbill?
The Brown-cheeked Hornbill has a wingspan of 64.0 cm, weight of 921.0 g.
What order and family does the Brown-cheeked Hornbill belong to?
The Brown-cheeked Hornbill (Bycanistes cylindricus) belongs to the order Bucerotiformes and the family Bucerotidae.
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