Red-billed Dwarf Hornbill
NameRed-billed Dwarf Hornbill
Common NameRed-billed Dwarf Hornbill
Scientific NameTockus camurus
FamilyBucerotidae
Wingspan (cm)35
Length (cm)32.5
Weight (g)125
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly reddish-brown on the head, neck, and upperparts, with prominent white streaking on the wings and back. The underparts are paler, often whitish or buff. The most striking feature is its bright, coral-red bill, which is relatively large for its body size.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of a series of soft, piping whistles or hoots, often described as a 'pee-pee-pee' or 'hoo-hoo-hoo' sound, which can accelerate into a trill.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in West and Central Africa, its range extends from Sierra Leone eastward through countries like Liberia, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, and into parts of Congo, Angola, and Uganda.
Identifying FeaturesBright red bill, Small size for a hornbill, Reddish-brown plumage with white streaks on wings, Long tail
Description
The Red-billed Dwarf Hornbill is a small hornbill species characterized by its distinctive bright red bill. It typically inhabits the mid-canopy of dense tropical forests, foraging for insects and fruits. This bird is often seen perching quietly among the foliage.
