Trumpeter Hornbill
Trumpeter Hornbill
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The Trumpeter Hornbill is a medium-sized to large hornbill of eastern and southern African forests, recognized by its mainly black plumage, white belly, and a prominent, ridged black casque on its bill. Its loud, trumpeting call gives it its name.
Where to spot
Found in eastern and southern Africa, from coastal Kenya south to South Africa. Inhabits evergreen forests, riverine forests, and well-wooded savanna.
How to spot
Look for its black and white plumage and the black, ridged casque. Listen for its very loud, distinctive trumpeting calls, often described as 'kaa-kaa-kaa' or 'roo-roo-roo', which are a characteristic sound of the African forest.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active during the day, often seen flying high over the canopy or foraging in large trees, typically in pairs or small flocks.
Where to spot
Found in eastern and southern Africa, from coastal Kenya south to South Africa. Inhabits evergreen forests, riverine forests, and well-wooded savanna.
How to spot
Look for its black and white plumage and the black, ridged casque. Listen for its very loud, distinctive trumpeting calls, often described as 'kaa-kaa-kaa' or 'roo-roo-roo', which are a characteristic sound of the African forest.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active during the day, often seen flying high over the canopy or foraging in large trees, typically in pairs or small flocks.
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Trumpeter Hornbills are highly acrobatic when foraging for fruit in the canopy, often hanging upside down to reach ripe fruits. They are important seed dispersers in their ecosystems.
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