Crowned Hornbill

Lophoceros alboterminatus

The Crowned Hornbill, scientifically known as Lophoceros alboterminatus, is a medium-sized bird native to the woodlands and savannas of sub-Saharan Africa. This striking bird is characterized by its black and white plumage, with a distinctive red bill and a black and white crest on its head. The Crowned Hornbill is known for its unique nesting behavior, as it seals the female inside a tree cavity during the breeding season, leaving only a small slit for the male to pass food to her and the chicks. This species primarily feeds on fruits, insects, and small animals, and its loud, cackling call is a common sound in its habitat.

Habitat: Woodlands and savannas of sub-Saharan Africa