Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill vs Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill
Bycanistes subcylindricus compared with Ocyceros gingalensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill | Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bycanistes subcylindricus | Ocyceros gingalensis |
| Order | Bucerotiformes | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Bucerotidae | Bucerotidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 65.6 cm (25.8 in) | 39.5 cm (15.6 in) |
| Weight | 1213.25 g (42.80 oz) | 238.0 g (8.40 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill only
None
Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill
Least Concern
Sri Lanka Grey 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.