Quick Facts
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Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces a high risk of extinction in the wild.
The southern ground hornbill faces threats from habitat loss and degradation, as well as hunting and poisoning. While conservation efforts are ongoing, including community engagement and protected area management, their populations are declining. Responsible safari tourism plays a vital role by funding conservation initiatives and raising awareness, providing an economic incentive to protect these magnificent birds and their habitats.
The southern ground hornbill is one of two species of ground hornbill, both of which are found solely within Africa, and is the largest species in the hornbill order worldwide. It can be found in the southern regions of Africa, ranging from Kenya to South Africa. Within these regions, they inhabit both woodlands and savannas. The other species of the genus Bucorvus is the Abyssinian ground hornbill, B. abyssinicus.
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