About the Congo Pied Hornbill
The Congo Pied Hornbill (Lophoceros fasciatus) 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 afphor3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Lophoceros fasciatus |
| Species Codes | afphor3, CPHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Congo Pied Hornbill belong to?
The Congo Pied Hornbill (Lophoceros fasciatus) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the Congo Pied Hornbill?
The Congo Pied 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 Congo Pied Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Congo Pied Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afphor3, or on iNaturalist.