Rufous Hornbill

About the Rufous Hornbill

The rufous hornbill, also known as the Philippine hornbill and locally as kalaw, is a large species of hornbill endemic to the Philippines. It is called the "clock-of-the-mountains" by locals, because of its loud booming call which typically occurs every hour. Rufous hornbills inhabit moist tropical lowland forest areas, and are now regarded as a threatened species. Reasons for decline include habitat destruction, hunting and poaching for the illegal pet trade.

Text adapted from Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.

Where the Rufous Hornbill lives

When to see the Rufous Hornbill

Peak activity in March · a variable species across most of its range

Easily confused with

Rhinoceros HornbillBuceros rhinocerosThe rhinoceros hornbill is a large arboreal hornbill, 80 to 90 cm (31–35 in) long. Great HornbillBuceros bicornisThe great hornbill is a large bird, 95–130 cm (37–51 in) long, with a 152 cm (60 in) wingspan and a weight of 2 to 4 kg (4.4 to 8.8 lb).