African Grey Hornbill

African Grey Hornbill

Lophoceros nasutus

Least Concern
Envergure
44,1 cm
Poids
202,0 g
Famille
Bucerotidae
Ordre
Bucerotiformes

The African Grey Hornbill (Lophoceros nasutus) is a bird species in the family Bucerotidae (hornbills), within the order Bucerotiformes (hornbills & hoopoes). 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
Envergure 44,1 cm 17.4 in
Poids 202,0 g 7.13 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CV. Incubation: 24-26 days. Fledging: 43-49 days.

Taille de la couvée

2-5

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Bucerotiformes (Hornbills & Hoopoes)
Famille Bucerotidae (Hornbills)
Genus Lophoceros
Espèces Lophoceros nasutus

Distribution

African Grey Hornbill has been recorded in 1 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

Is the African Grey Hornbill endangered?
The African Grey Hornbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Grey Hornbill nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 24-26 days. Fledging: 43-49 days.
How big is the African Grey Hornbill?
The African Grey Hornbill has a wingspan of 44.1 cm, weight of 202.0 g.
What order and family does the African Grey Hornbill belong to?
The African Grey Hornbill (Lophoceros nasutus) belongs to the order Bucerotiformes and the family Bucerotidae.

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