About the Sulu Hornbill
The Sulu hornbill, or Montano's hornbill, is a species of hornbill in the family Bucerotidae. It is endemic to the Sulu archipelago in the Philippines, with the remaining populations in Tawi-Tawi with it believed to be hunted to extinction on Jolo. Its natural habitat is tropical moist forests. It is threatened by habitat loss as well as potential harvesting for food. Its diet includes fruit, insects, and small lizards.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Anthracoceros montani |
| Species Codes | sulhor2, SUHO |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sulu Hornbill belong to?
The Sulu Hornbill (Anthracoceros montani) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sulu Hornbill?
The Sulu Hornbill is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sulu Hornbill?
The Sulu hornbill, or Montano's hornbill, is a species of hornbill in the family Bucerotidae. It is endemic to the Sulu archipelago in the Philippines, with the remaining populations in Tawi-Tawi with it believed to be hunted to extinction on Jolo. Its natural habitat is tropical moist forests. It i...
Where can I report a Sulu Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Sulu Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sulhor2, or on iNaturalist.
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