Yellow-casqued Hornbill
Yellow-casqued Hornbill
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The Yellow-casqued Hornbill is an impressive, large hornbill of West African rainforests, characterized by its predominantly black plumage and a massive, bright yellow casque atop its dark bill. Males have a larger casque and more yellow on the bill than females.
Where to spot
Found in West Africa, from Sierra Leone to Ghana and into parts of Nigeria. Inhabits primary lowland evergreen rainforests.
How to spot
Look for its immense size, all-black body, and the strikingly large, bright yellow casque. Listen for its loud, resonant 'tok-tok-tok' calls and the characteristic sound of its wing beats in flight.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its forest habitat. Active during daylight hours, often seen flying high over the canopy or foraging in large fruit trees.
Where to spot
Found in West Africa, from Sierra Leone to Ghana and into parts of Nigeria. Inhabits primary lowland evergreen rainforests.
How to spot
Look for its immense size, all-black body, and the strikingly large, bright yellow casque. Listen for its loud, resonant 'tok-tok-tok' calls and the characteristic sound of its wing beats in flight.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its forest habitat. Active during daylight hours, often seen flying high over the canopy or foraging in large fruit trees.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Yellow-casqued Hornbills are known for their powerful and noisy flight, with their wing beats producing a distinct 'whooshing' sound that can be heard long before the bird is seen.
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