Grey-headed Hornbill

Lophoceros camurus

The Grey-headed Hornbill, also known as the African Grey Hornbill, is a medium-sized bird found in the forests and woodlands of sub-Saharan Africa. It is characterized by its distinctive grey head, black body, and large yellow bill. These hornbills are known for their unique nesting behavior, where the female seals herself inside a tree cavity using her own feces and food brought by the male. They feed on fruits, insects, and small animals, and play an important role in seed dispersal. Habitat loss and hunting pose threats to their populations, leading to a conservation status of Near Threatened according to the IUCN.

Habitat: Forests and woodlands