Anthracoceros coronatus

Malabar Pied Hornbill

BirdBest Season: Feb–May

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About this species

The Malabar Pied Hornbill is a striking large bird with a prominent black-and-white casque. Found across the Western Ghats, it plays a vital role as a seed disperser in tropical forests. Its deep, resonant wingbeats can be heard from a distance, and nesting season between February and May provides dramatic sightings at cavity nests in old-growth trees. Explore Malabar Pied Hornbill nesting sites in the Western Ghats. Conservation status, birding tours, and photography guides.

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Best locations for Malabar Pied Hornbill

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Western Ghats

Kerala, India

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Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary

Karnataka, India

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Silent Valley National Park

Kerala, India

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When and Where to Photograph Malabar Pied Hornbill

Plan field days around Feb–May: 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 Western Ghats.

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