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Rufous-necked Hornbill

Rufous-necked Hornbill

Bangladesh
Status
Vulnerable

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
forest, woodland, hilly areas

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
nectar, sweet fruits, insects, and soft seeds

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
primarily diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Breeding regions are OR. Breeding subregions are ne India to w Thailand and nw Vietnam.
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Rufous-necked Hornbill is officially designated as Vulnerable. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, woodland, hilly areas, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of nectar, sweet fruits, insects, and soft seeds. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a primarily diurnal activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem. The species has a typical natural lifespan of approximately 8 years, allowing it to adapt and mature through structured generational cycles.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Rufous-necked Hornbill.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeBangladesh
Habitat Rangeforest, woodland, hilly areas
Lifespan8 Yrs
StatusVulnerable
ScientificAceros nipalensis
Registry Info
Lifespan8 years
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyBucerotidae