African Grey Hornbill vs West African Pied Hornbill

Lophoceros nasutus compared with Lophoceros semifasciatus

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute African Grey Hornbill West African Pied Hornbill
Scientific Name Lophoceros nasutus Lophoceros semifasciatus
Order Bucerotiformes Bucerotiformes
Family Bucerotidae Bucerotidae
Conservation Status Least Concern Least Concern
Length
Wingspan 44.1 cm (17.4 in) 50.0 cm (19.7 in)
Weight 202.0 g (7.13 oz) 238.0 g (8.40 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 2-5 4
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

African Grey Hornbill only

West African Pied Hornbill only

None

Conservation Status

Least Concern

African Grey Hornbill

Least Concern

West African Pied Hornbill

About These Birds

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.

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