About the Sumba Hornbill
Sumba hornbill, or known natively as Julang is a large bird belonging to the family of Bucerotidae, endemic and native to the Indonesian island of Sumba. The scientific name commemorates British colonial administrator and zoological collector Alfred Hart Everett.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Rhyticeros everetti |
| Species Codes | sumhor1, SUHO |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sumba Hornbill belong to?
The Sumba Hornbill (Rhyticeros everetti) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sumba Hornbill?
The Sumba Hornbill is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sumba Hornbill?
Sumba hornbill, or known natively as Julang is a large bird belonging to the family of Bucerotidae, endemic and native to the Indonesian island of Sumba. The scientific name commemorates British colonial administrator and zoological collector Alfred Hart Everett....
Where can I report a Sumba Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Sumba Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sumhor1, or on iNaturalist.
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