Black-casqued Hornbill vs African Grey Hornbill
Ceratogymna atrata compared with Lophoceros nasutus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-casqued Hornbill | African Grey Hornbill |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratogymna atrata | Lophoceros nasutus |
| Order | Bucerotiformes | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Bucerotidae | Bucerotidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 74.7 cm (29.4 in) | 44.1 cm (17.4 in) |
| Weight | 1189.5 g (41.96 oz) | 202.0 g (7.13 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Black-casqued Hornbill only
None
African Grey Hornbill only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-casqued Hornbill
Least Concern
African Grey Hornbill
About These Birds
Black-casqued Hornbill
The Black-casqued Hornbill is a large, impressive hornbill of West and Central African lowland rainforests, with glossy black plumage, a large casqued yellow-and-red bill, and a pale blue facial skin. It inhabits the canopy of primary and tall secondary forests from Nigeria east through the Congo Basin. It feeds mainly on figs and other large fruits, swallowing them whole, and plays an important role as a seed disperser.
African Grey Hornbill
The African Grey Hornbill weighs about 202g and is widespread across sub-Saharan woodland and savanna. Its large curved bill is distinctive, and it feeds on insects, fruit, and small vertebrates.