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Papuan Hornbill
Rhyticeros plicatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
76.5 cm
Weight
1660.0 g
Family
Bucerotidae
Order
Bucerotiformes
The Papuan Hornbill (Rhyticeros plicatus) is a bird species in the family Bucerotidae (hornbills), within the order Bucerotiformes (hornbills & hoopoes). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 76.5 cm and a weight of 1.7 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 76.5 cm | 30.1 in |
| Weight | 1660.0 g | 58.55 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes (Hornbills & Hoopoes) |
| Family | Bucerotidae (Hornbills) |
| Genus | Rhyticeros |
| Species | Rhyticeros plicatus |
Distribution
Papuan Hornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Papuan Hornbill endangered?
The Papuan Hornbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Papuan Hornbill nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Papuan Hornbill?
The Papuan Hornbill has a wingspan of 76.5 cm, weight of 1660.0 g.
What order and family does the Papuan Hornbill belong to?
The Papuan Hornbill (Rhyticeros plicatus) belongs to the order Bucerotiformes and the family Bucerotidae.
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