About the Western Long-tailed Hornbill
The Western Long-tailed Hornbill (Horizocerus albocristatus) 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 whchor1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Horizocerus albocristatus |
| Species Codes | whchor1, WLTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Long-tailed Hornbill belong to?
The Western Long-tailed Hornbill (Horizocerus albocristatus) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the Western Long-tailed Hornbill?
The Western Long-tailed 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 Western Long-tailed Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Long-tailed Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whchor1, or on iNaturalist.