About the Writhed Hornbill
The Writhed Hornbill (Rhabdotorrhinus leucocephalus) 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 wrihor2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Rhabdotorrhinus leucocephalus |
| Species Codes | wrihor2, WRHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Writhed Hornbill belong to?
The Writhed Hornbill (Rhabdotorrhinus leucocephalus) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the Writhed Hornbill?
The Writhed 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 Writhed Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Writhed Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wrihor2, or on iNaturalist.