African Grey Hornbill
Lophoceros nasutus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="lophoceros-nasutus"></birdfyi-bird>The African Grey Hornbill (Lophoceros nasutus) is a bird species in the family Bucerotidae (cálaos), within the order Bucerotiformes (cálaos y abubillas). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 44.1 cm and a weight of 202 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 44,1 cm | 17.4 in |
| Peso | 202,0 g | 7.13 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 24-26 days. Fledging: 43-49 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
2-5
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Bucerotiformes (Cálaos y Abubillas) |
| Familia | Bucerotidae (Cálaos) |
| Genus | Lophoceros |
| Especies | Lophoceros nasutus |
Distribution
African Grey Hornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Preguntas frecuentes
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Bucerotidae family