Narcondam Hornbill
Narcondam Hornbill
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The Narcondam Hornbill is a medium-sized, critically endangered hornbill endemic to the small island of Narcondam in the Andaman Sea. It is characterized by its glossy black plumage, a white tail tip, and a yellow bill with a prominent, dark-tipped casque.
Where to spot
Endemic to Narcondam Island, India, in the Andaman Sea. Inhabits evergreen and semi-evergreen forests covering the island.
How to spot
Look for its glossy black body, white tail tip, and the yellow bill with a dark-tipped casque. Its restricted range is a key identification factor. Listen for its loud, braying calls, often described as 'kaa-kaa-kaa'.
When to spot
Resident year-round on its small island home. Active during the day, often seen foraging in fruit trees or flying over the forest canopy.
Where to spot
Endemic to Narcondam Island, India, in the Andaman Sea. Inhabits evergreen and semi-evergreen forests covering the island.
How to spot
Look for its glossy black body, white tail tip, and the yellow bill with a dark-tipped casque. Its restricted range is a key identification factor. Listen for its loud, braying calls, often described as 'kaa-kaa-kaa'.
When to spot
Resident year-round on its small island home. Active during the day, often seen foraging in fruit trees or flying over the forest canopy.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Narcondam Hornbill is restricted to a single, small volcanic island, making it highly vulnerable to habitat disturbance and climate change impacts.
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