PromotedSpecies intro
Typical Borneo hornbill
Borneo is not only the third largest island in the world but it is also one of the most unique places on Earth. It's nearly 750,000 square kilometres are home to an incredible variety of habitats from dense tropical jungles to the complex coral reef systems found along the coasts.
More than 400 species are bird are natively found in Borneo including eight different species of Hornbill. These colourful and elegant birds are very distinctive both in appearance and behaviour as the females are actually sealed in a hollow tree while they are nesting and are fed by their male partners.
The great hornbill also known as the great Indian hornbill or great pied hornbill, is one of the larger members of the hornbill family. It is found in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Its impressive size and colour have made it important in many tribal cultures and rituals. The great hornbill is long-lived, living for nearly 50 years in captivity. It is predominantly frugivorous, but is an opportunist and will prey on small mammals, reptiles and birds.
comments (3)
The island is known as one of the world's biodiversity hotspots as it is home to some of the rarest and unique animals on Earth, many of which are found only in Borneo. Iconic species such as Orang-Utans, Pygmy Elephants and Proboscis Monkeys coexist in the rich jungles but there is also an incredible abundance of bird life.
More than 400 species are bird are natively found in Borneo including eight different species of Hornbill. These colourful and elegant birds are very distinctive both in appearance and behaviour as the females are actually sealed in a hollow tree while they are nesting and are fed by their male partners. Posted 11 years ago
http://www.zoo.org/document.doc?id=118 Posted 11 years ago