Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill vs Writhed Hornbill
Bycanistes subcylindricus compared with Rhabdotorrhinus leucocephalus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill | Writhed Hornbill |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bycanistes subcylindricus | Rhabdotorrhinus leucocephalus |
| Order | Bucerotiformes | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Bucerotidae | Bucerotidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 65.6 cm (25.8 in) | 63.2 cm (24.9 in) |
| Weight | 1213.25 g (42.80 oz) | 1153.5 g (40.69 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill
Near Threatened
Writhed 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.