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South America
Fork-tailed Hornbill
Tockus abyssinicus
About this species
The Fork-tailed Hornbill is a striking member of the Bucerotidae family found across South America. It inhabits tropical environments and is currently listed as Least Concern.
The Fork-tailed Hornbill is part of the order Bucerotiformes and the Bucerotidae family. Its preferred habitat is tropical, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Bucerotidae family and Bucerotiformes order.