Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill Feeding in Uganda - Stockfoto

A Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill (Bycanistes subcylindricus) is seen tossing a piece of fruit into the air during feeding in the forest canopy. These large African hornbills are known for their striking casque atop the bill and their loud, far-reaching calls. Native to tropical rainforests of Central and East Africa, this species plays an essential ecological role as a seed disperser. Conservation of hornbill habitats like Kibale’s protected forest is vital for biodiversity and sustainable ecotourism in Uganda.