Southern Ground-Hornbill
Southern Ground-Hornbill
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1 week ago
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Henk Spuijbroek
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100
The Southern Ground Hornbill is Africa's largest hornbill species, renowned for its immense size, entirely black plumage, and a striking red facial and throat skin. It is a charismatic, ground-dwelling bird that often forms cooperative breeding groups.
Where to spot
Found in southern and eastern Africa, from Kenya south to South Africa. Inhabits savannas, grasslands, and open woodlands, often near large trees for nesting.
How to spot
Its massive size and entirely black plumage with bright red facial skin are unmistakable. Listen for its deep, booming calls, often delivered in a duet by a pair, which are a characteristic sound of the African bushveld.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its habitat. Active during the day, frequently seen walking slowly across the ground in family groups.
Where to spot
Found in southern and eastern Africa, from Kenya south to South Africa. Inhabits savannas, grasslands, and open woodlands, often near large trees for nesting.
How to spot
Its massive size and entirely black plumage with bright red facial skin are unmistakable. Listen for its deep, booming calls, often delivered in a duet by a pair, which are a characteristic sound of the African bushveld.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its habitat. Active during the day, frequently seen walking slowly across the ground in family groups.
Southern Ground Hornbills are highly cooperative breeders, with non-breeding members of the group helping the dominant pair to raise chicks. They are long-lived and can take many years to reach breeding maturity.
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