Eastern Yellow-billed Hornbill

Tockus flavirostris

The Eastern Yellow-billed Hornbill (Tockus flavirostris) is a medium-sized bird found in eastern Africa. It is known for its distinctive yellow beak and black and white plumage. These birds are often seen in savannas, woodlands, and scrublands, where they forage for insects, small reptiles, and fruits. They are known for their unique nesting behavior, as they seal the female inside a tree cavity during the breeding season. The Eastern Yellow-billed Hornbill plays an important role in the ecosystem by controlling insect populations. However, habitat loss and fragmentation are posing threats to their populations.

Habitat: Savannas, woodlands, and scrublands