Phylum
Chordata
Family
Bucerotidae
Class
Aves
Genus
Anthracoceros
Order
Bucerotiformes
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Size
55-60 cm, 0.6-1 kg
Coloration
Black with white patches; pale casque
Adaptations
Smaller casque; agile flier
Habitat
Rainforests, secondary forests
Diet
Omnivorous
Fruit, insects, small reptiles
Geographic Range
Peninsular Malaysia, East Malaysia
Reproduction
2-3 eggs; female sealed in nest
Threats
Habitat loss
Interesting Facts
Urban Adaptors: These hornbills thrive near human settlements, nesting in city trees and raiding fruit gardens, showcasing remarkable adaptability to Malaysia's changing landscapes. Their presence in places like Pangkor Island bridges wild and urban ecosystems.
Seed Dispersers: By consuming and excreting fruit seeds far from parent trees, they regenerate forests, earning the title 'farmers of the forest.' Their wide-ranging flights ensure diverse plant growth, critical for maintaining Malaysia's rainforest biodiversity.
Best Places to Sight
Pangkor Island
Taman Negara National Park
Belum-Temengor Forest Reserve