Where to see Abyssinian Ground-Hornbill
The parks with the most verified sightings, out of 37 safari areas where it has been recorded.
- 1Forêt classée de KantoraRarePark
Southeastern Senegal & Niokolo-Koba, Senegal · Rare
- 2Parc national du Niokolo-KobaRareLodges
Southeastern Senegal & Niokolo-Koba, Senegal · Rare
- 3Adwa ParkRarePark
Central Rift Valley & Awash, Ethiopia · Rare
- 4Abiba Central Forest ReserveRareLodges
Northern Uganda & Murchison Falls, Uganda · Rare
- 5Bugungu Wildlife ReserveRareLodges
Northern Uganda & Murchison Falls, Uganda · Rare
Common: 500+ verified sightings. Occasional: 50 to 499. Rare: under 50.
Abyssinian Ground-Hornbill facts
Quick facts
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Conservation status
Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.
The Abyssinian ground hornbill faces threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and bushmeat hunting. While specific large-scale recovery programs are limited, community-based conservation efforts and anti-poaching patrols are crucial. Responsible safari tourism helps by providing economic incentives for local communities to protect wildlife and their habitats, raising awareness, and funding conservation initiatives through park fees.
Conservation hubAbout the abyssinian ground-hornbill
The Abyssinian ground hornbill or northern ground hornbill is an African bird, found north of the equator, and is one of two species of ground hornbill. It is the second largest species of African hornbill, only surpassed by the slightly larger southern ground hornbill.
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