About the Southern Ground-Hornbill
The Southern Ground-Hornbill (Bucorvus leadbeateri) 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 soghor1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Bucorvus leadbeateri |
| Species Codes | soghor1, SGHO, SOGH |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Ground-Hornbill belong to?
The Southern Ground-Hornbill (Bucorvus leadbeateri) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Southern Ground-Hornbill?
The Southern Ground-Hornbill is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Southern Ground-Hornbill?
The Southern Ground-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 Southern Ground-Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Ground-Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soghor1, or on iNaturalist.