About the Brown-cheeked Hornbill
The Brown-cheeked Hornbill (Bycanistes cylindricus) 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 bnchor1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Bycanistes cylindricus |
| Species Codes | bnchor1, BCHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-cheeked Hornbill belong to?
The Brown-cheeked Hornbill (Bycanistes cylindricus) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the Brown-cheeked Hornbill?
The Brown-cheeked 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 Brown-cheeked Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-cheeked Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bnchor1, or on iNaturalist.