About the African Gray Hornbill
The African Gray Hornbill (Lophoceros nasutus) 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 afghor1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Lophoceros nasutus |
| Species Codes | afghor1, AGHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Gray Hornbill belong to?
The African Gray Hornbill (Lophoceros nasutus) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the African Gray Hornbill?
The African Gray 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 African Gray Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of African Gray Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afghor1, or on iNaturalist.