Ground Hornbill
The Southern Ground Hornbill is a large bird; at 90 to 129 cm (36 to 51 in) long and a weight of 3.2 to 6.2 kg (7-13.6 lbs), it is the largest species of hornbill. Males are larger than females.
Adult male: Characterized by black plumage and vivid red-coloured face and throat pouches. The white tips of the wings (primary feathers) seen in flight are another diagnostic characteristic. The beak is black, straight and presents a casque.
Adult female: Similar to the male, but has a smaller bill and casque than the male, and a small blue throat patch between the red throat pouches.
Juvenile: The plumage is sooty brown, and the bare facial skin is dull cream to yellow.
Habitat:
Its habitat comprises savannahs, woodlands and grasslands.
Ground Hornbill
The Southern Ground Hornbill is a large bird; at 90 to 129 cm (36 to 51 in) long and a weight of 3.2 to 6.2 kg (7-13.6 lbs), it is the largest species of hornbill. Males are larger than females.
Adult male: Characterized by black plumage and vivid red-coloured face and throat pouches. The white tips of the wings (primary feathers) seen in flight are another diagnostic characteristic. The beak is black, straight and presents a casque.
Adult female: Similar to the male, but has a smaller bill and casque than the male, and a small blue throat patch between the red throat pouches.
Juvenile: The plumage is sooty brown, and the bare facial skin is dull cream to yellow.
Habitat:
Its habitat comprises savannahs, woodlands and grasslands.