Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill vs Samar Hornbill
Bycanistes subcylindricus compared with Penelopides samarensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill | Samar Hornbill |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bycanistes subcylindricus | Penelopides samarensis |
| Order | Bucerotiformes | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Bucerotidae | Bucerotidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 65.6 cm (25.8 in) | — |
| Weight | 1213.25 g (42.80 oz) | 469.2375 g (16.55 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill
Not Evaluated
Samar Hornbill
About These Birds
Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill
The Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill is a large hornbill of equatorial rainforests in West and Central Africa. It has a large casque on its bill, black and white plumage, and striking bare blue and red facial skin. It feeds primarily on figs and other large fruits, and plays an important role as a seed disperser in African rainforests.