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Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill
Tockus leucomelas
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Least Concern
Wingspan
37.7 cm
Weight
188.25 g
Family
Bucerotidae
Order
Bucerotiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 37.7 cm | 14.8 in |
| Weight | 188.25 g | 6.64 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 24 days. Fledging: 42-47 days.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes (Hornbills & Hoopoes) |
| Family | Bucerotidae (Hornbills) |
| Genus | Tockus |
| Species | Tockus leucomelas |
Distribution
Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill endangered?
The Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 24 days. Fledging: 42-47 days.
How big is the Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill?
The Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill has a wingspan of 37.7 cm, weight of 188.25 g.
What order and family does the Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill belong to?
The Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill (Tockus leucomelas) belongs to the order Bucerotiformes and the family Bucerotidae.
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