Monteiro's Hornbill
Monteiro's Hornbill
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Monteiro's Hornbill is a medium-sized hornbill endemic to the arid, rocky regions of southwestern Africa. It has a distinctive dark body, whitish belly, and a prominent red bill with a large, low casque, notably lacking white tail tips.
Where to spot
Endemic to Namibia and southwestern Angola. Inhabits arid and semi-arid rocky savannas and thorny bushlands.
How to spot
Look for its dark plumage, white belly, and the large red bill with a casque. It is the only hornbill in its specific arid range with a red bill and no white on the tail. Listen for its distinctive series of short, guttural 'tok-tok-tok' calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active during the day, often seen foraging on the ground or perched on rocks and trees.
Where to spot
Endemic to Namibia and southwestern Angola. Inhabits arid and semi-arid rocky savannas and thorny bushlands.
How to spot
Look for its dark plumage, white belly, and the large red bill with a casque. It is the only hornbill in its specific arid range with a red bill and no white on the tail. Listen for its distinctive series of short, guttural 'tok-tok-tok' calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active during the day, often seen foraging on the ground or perched on rocks and trees.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Monteiro's Hornbills are highly dependent on scattered trees and rocky outcrops in their dry habitat for nesting and roosting. They can be found far from water sources, relying on moisture from their insect and fruit diet.
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