The Indian Grey Hornbill (Ocyceros birostris) can be seen over much of India, as well as parts of Pakistan and Bangladesh.
There harsh voices, described as a series of short “kek-kek-kek” calls when flying and a squealing, high-pitched “kieeeeu” when perched, were a common part of the sound scape of my Indian trip.
The most prominent feature of this species is the horn or casque which form part of the beak and gives this type of bird its name.
The Indian Grey Hornbill is a medium-sized hornbill, measuring around 61 cm in length, the sexes are similar in size and build, although females have a less prominent horn.
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An amazing looking bird! Thank you for sharing these photos!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful portraits of this amazing bird, Stewart! Thank you for sharing!
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ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeleteThe first image in particular has something of the sculptural about it - fab shots! YAM xx
Great sighting and shots Stewart. Thanks for hosting and commenting. I hope you week ahead is great.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful portraits! Although it's a common bird here, I end up taking a lot of shots whenever I encounter one.
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ReplyDeleteDear Stewart, I'm not sure if I SAW this bird on our trips to India, but I'm pretty sure I HEARED it. Your photos are great, as always!
Today, I'm sharing with you, among other birds / things, a wild pheasant that visited our garden, and the largest European white stork colony nesting in trees.AC
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That bird is incredible. Not that beautiful, but still beautiful.
ReplyDeletecute bird.... great photos
ReplyDeleteWow, look at that bill! Incredible bird!
ReplyDeleteNot beautiful but beautiful at the same time, a very unusual bird.
ReplyDeleteLong and skinny bird!! Quite a bill...Great shots as always Stewart..Thanks for sharing..
ReplyDeleteWhat a looker. Hornbills are great birds, and while there are some more colorful species out there, this one doesn't seem any less striking to me. A magnificent long-tailed big-billed dinosaur.
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