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Indian Grey Hornbill

Ocyceros birostris

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Bucerotiformes ›Family: Bucerotidae ›Genus: Ocyceros

About

The Indian grey hornbill (Ocyceros birostris) is a common hornbill found on the Indian subcontinent. It is mostly arboreal and is commonly sighted in pairs. It has grey feathers all over the body with a light grey or dull white belly. The horn is black or dark grey with a casque extending to the point of curvature of the horn. It is one of the few hornbill species found in urban areas in many cities where...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indian Grey Hornbill?
The scientific name of Indian Grey Hornbill is Ocyceros birostris.
What is the conservation status of Indian Grey Hornbill?
The Indian Grey Hornbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Indian Grey Hornbill belong to?
Indian Grey Hornbill belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Indian Grey Hornbill belong to?
Indian Grey Hornbill belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Indian Grey Hornbill belong to?
Indian Grey Hornbill belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Indian Grey Hornbill belong to?
Indian Grey Hornbill belongs to the order Bucerotiformes.
What family does Indian Grey Hornbill belong to?
Indian Grey Hornbill belongs to the family Bucerotidae.
What genus does Indian Grey Hornbill belong to?
Indian Grey Hornbill belongs to the genus Ocyceros.