Helmeted HornbillDutch: Helmneushoornvogel |
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| Order: | Coraciiformes |
| Family: | Bucerotidae |
| Genus: | Rhinoplax |
| Species: | Rhinoplax vigil |
   
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| This is the only hornbill species with a solid cast, known as “hornbill ivory” It can be carved as native craftwork, like the specimen of the extra photograph. The hornbill ivory trade is prohibited by Cites. | |
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Side, top and bottom view of skull. (Click on image to enlarge) |
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| Length: | 200 mm |
| Length cranium: | 55 mm |
| Width (cranium): | 57 mm |
| Height (cranium): | 54 mm |
| Alternative names: Schildschnabel (German), Calao à casque rond (French), Cálao de Yelmo (Spanish) | |