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Wreathed Hornbill

Rhyticeros undulatus

The Wreathed Hornbill is a colorful bird with a big, curved beak. They love to live in the forests and are known for their loud calls and beautiful feathers.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Wreathed Hornbill is a large, predominantly black bird with a distinctive wavy casque on its beak. Males have a creamy-white head and neck with a vibrant yellow gular pouch, while females have an all-black head. The casque itself has unique wreath-like ridges.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderBucerotiformesFamilyBucerotidaeGenusRhyticeros
Wreathed Hornbill
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Wreathed Hornbill

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Mom hornbills stay sealed in their nest for months, relying on Dad!

Some hornbills have unique eyelashes, just like people!

Their casque looks heavy but is actually hollow and lightweight!

They help rainforests grow by spreading seeds far and wide.

Special abilities

Ability

Seed Disperser

Wreathed Hornbill has a fruit-rich diet that helps them spread seeds, playing a vital role in forest regeneration and growth.

Ability

Call Amplifier

Wreathed Hornbill has an inflatable throat pouch and a hollow casque that helps amplify its loud calls across the jungle.

Measurements & details

Length
70-80 cm
Wingspan
120-150 cm
Weight
1.8-3.6 kg
Lifespan
15-30 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
1-2
Incubation
30-31 days

Diet & Feeding

Wreathed Hornbills mostly eat fruits, but also enjoy insects and small animals found in the forest.

Primary Foods

  • Figs
  • Wild Fruits
  • Insects
  • Small Reptiles

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eats

Cluster Fig

Ficus racemosa

Disperses seeds of this common forest fruit tree.

eaten by

Long-tailed Macaque

Macaca fascicularis

Preys on hornbill eggs and chicks from tree cavities.

shelters

Sal Tree

Shorea robusta

Nests in large natural cavities of mature forest trees.

Traits

Also known as

No aliases listed yet.

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Wreathed Hornbill?

70-80 cm

What is Wreathed Hornbill's wingspan?

120-150 cm

How much does Wreathed Hornbill weigh?

1.8-3.6 kg

How long does Wreathed Hornbill live?

15-30 years

How fast can Wreathed Hornbill move?

40 km/h

What does Wreathed Hornbill eat?

Wreathed Hornbills mostly eat fruits, but also enjoy insects and small animals found in the forest.

Where is Wreathed Hornbill usually found?

Forests

How does Wreathed Hornbill hunt?

Foraging

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