About the Western Red-billed Hornbill
The Western Red-billed Hornbill (Tockus kempi) 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 wrbhor2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Hornbills (Bucerotidae) |
| Species | Tockus kempi |
| Species Codes | wrbhor2, WRBH, RBHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Red-billed Hornbill belong to?
The Western Red-billed Hornbill (Tockus kempi) belongs to the Hornbills family (Bucerotidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the Western Red-billed Hornbill?
The Western Red-billed 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 Western Red-billed Hornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Red-billed Hornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wrbhor2, or on iNaturalist.