Their long, curved beak is their most striking feature. Externally, both genders look the same, however their beaks differ in size. The females have a slightly smaller beak.
Red-billed Hornbills usually breed in tree hollows. The female builds up a wall, before they lay their eggs. They almost completely close the hollow entrance with clay. Through a narrow opening, the male delivers them food. Even after the chicks are hatched, the male provides for the family until the female opens the cave.
| Size | till 45 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight | male: 185 g, female 140 g |
| Reproduction | breeding period 23-25 days, 2-7 eggs |
