About the Great Hornbill
The Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) 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 grehor1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Buceros bicornis |
| Species Codes | grehor1, GRHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Hornbill belong to?
The Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the Great Hornbill?
The Great 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 Great Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grehor1, or on iNaturalist.