Sighting of a Malabar Pied Hornbill #shorts

The Malabar Pied Hornbill (Anthracoceros coronatus) is a species of hornbill found in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia.

It is a large bird, with a length of around 65-75 cm (25-30 inches) and a wingspan of about 105 cm (41 inches). It has a distinctive black and white plumage, with a large yellow bill and a black casque on its upper beak.

The Malabar Pied Hornbill is found in the Western Ghats of India, as well as in Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and parts of Southeast Asia. It is usually found in dense forests, but can also be found in gardens and plantations.

The Malabar Pied Hornbill is primarily a frugivorous bird, feeding on a variety of fruits and berries. It also feeds on insects, small mammals, and reptiles. It is known for its unique nesting habits, where the female seals herself in a tree cavity using a mixture of mud, droppings, and fruit pulp. The male then feeds the female and chicks through a small opening until the chicks are ready to leave the nest.

The Malabar Pied Hornbill is considered to be a near-threatened species due to habitat loss and fragmentation, hunting, and trapping for the illegal pet trade. Conservation efforts are underway to protect its habitat and raise awareness about the importance of preserving this species.

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