Buceros bicornis
Great Hornbill
BirdBest Season: Jan–Dec
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About this species
The Great Hornbill is a magnificent large bird with a massive yellow-and-black casque atop its bill. Found in the evergreen forests of Northeast India and the Western Ghats, it is a vital seed disperser for fig trees. The deep whooshing sound of its wingbeats carries through the canopy. Namdapha and Pakke Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh are among the best locations for sightings. Discover the Great Hornbill in Northeast India's rainforests. Nesting behaviour, canopy walks, and birding expeditions in Arunachal.
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When and Where to Photograph Great Hornbill
The Great Hornbill is a magnificent large bird with a massive yellow-and-black casque atop its bill. Found in the evergreen forests of Northeast India and the Western Ghats, it is a vital seed disperser for fig trees. The deep whooshing sound of its wingbeats carries through the canopy. Namdapha and Pakke Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh are among the best locations for sightings. Discover the Great Hornbill in Northeast India's rainforests. Nesting behaviour, canopy walks, and birding expeditions in Arunachal.
Plan field days around Jan–Dec: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in Namdapha National Park.