🌍 Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill (Tockus leucomelas) The Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill is a medium-sized bird with a long, curved yellow bill. Its plumage is pied, with a white belly, grey neck, and black wings with white spots. Found in the savannas and woodlands of southern Africa, it is a common and widespread resident. They are typically monogamous and sedentary. They forage on the ground for insects and small animals. One subspecies is recognised. 2.5 Flash (Edited) Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1) Fun fact: The female Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill seals herself into a tree cavity to nest, relying on the male to feed her and the chicks. 📷: Photo by Mama_Africa via Pixabay https://pixabay.com/photos/yellow-hornbill-nature-bird-africa-2949787/ ADSQ
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