About the Brown Hornbill
The Brown Hornbill (Anorrhinus austeni) is a species of bird in the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), within the order Bucerotiformes. This family contains 64 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brnhor1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Anorrhinus austeni |
| Species Codes | brnhor1, BRHO, ABHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Hornbill belong to?
The Brown Hornbill (Anorrhinus austeni) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the Brown Hornbill?
The Brown Hornbill is a member of the Hornbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brnhor1, or on iNaturalist.