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Western Dwarf Hornbill
Horizocerus hartlaubi
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Least Concern
Wingspan
29.4 cm
Weight
105.0 g
Family
Bucerotidae
Order
Bucerotiformes
The Western Dwarf Hornbill (Horizocerus hartlaubi) is a bird species in the family Bucerotidae (hornbills), within the order Bucerotiformes (hornbills & hoopoes). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.4 cm and a weight of 105 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.4 cm | 11.6 in |
| Weight | 105.0 g | 3.70 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes (Hornbills & Hoopoes) |
| Family | Bucerotidae (Hornbills) |
| Genus | Horizocerus |
| Species | Horizocerus hartlaubi |
Distribution
Western Dwarf Hornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Western Dwarf Hornbill endangered?
The Western Dwarf Hornbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Western Dwarf Hornbill nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Western Dwarf Hornbill?
The Western Dwarf Hornbill has a wingspan of 29.4 cm, weight of 105.0 g.
What order and family does the Western Dwarf Hornbill belong to?
The Western Dwarf Hornbill (Horizocerus hartlaubi) belongs to the order Bucerotiformes and the family Bucerotidae.
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