Southern Ground-Hornbill

Bucorvus leadbeateri

Vulnerable

The Southern Ground-Hornbill is a large-billed hornbill of sub-Saharan African forests, savannas, wetlands, and open country. It feeds on fruit, insects, and small animals in forest or savanna, often dispersing seeds over long distances. Many hornbills seal the nesting female inside a tree cavity while the male delivers food.

Family

Bucerotidae

Group

Hornbills

Range

Southern Ground-Hornbill Range — Resident or seasonal range in sub-Saharan African forests, savannas, wetlands, and open country

Population

≈ Unknown

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