Ocyceros birostris
Indian Grey Hornbill
BirdBest Season: Feb–Nov
Best locations
4
Expert creators
0
Field Reports (12 months)
0
(c) Vijay Anand Ismavel, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)
About this species
The Indian Grey Hornbill is the most widespread and urban-tolerant hornbill in India, found from forest to city garden trees. Its nasal calls and characteristic flight — flap-flap-glide — are familiar in many Indian cities. Reliable in most wildlife reserves with mature trees, and increasingly visible in Delhi's parks and avenues. Watch Indian Grey Hornbills across India's forests and gardens. Most common Indian hornbill — identification guide and birding spots.
Field Reports
0 total reports
No field reports yet for this species.
Best locations for Indian Grey Hornbill
Reserves and landscapes where our photographers reliably encounter this species, with links to place-specific guides.
Wildlife Creators Specialising in Indian Grey Hornbill
View allNo specialists are listed yet — try our search for nearby creators.
Upcoming Trips Targeting Indian Grey Hornbill
No active trips are targeting this species right now — ask a guide on our search page.
When and Where to Photograph Indian Grey Hornbill
The Indian Grey Hornbill is the most widespread and urban-tolerant hornbill in India, found from forest to city garden trees. Its nasal calls and characteristic flight — flap-flap-glide — are familiar in many Indian cities. Reliable in most wildlife reserves with mature trees, and increasingly visible in Delhi's parks and avenues. Watch Indian Grey Hornbills across India's forests and gardens. Most common Indian hornbill — identification guide and birding spots.
Plan field days around Feb–Nov: 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 Keoladeo National Park.