About

• It is one of the Hornbill species found in India.
• This hornbill species is distributed in the Indian subcontinent, excluding Sri Lanka. It is found across India except Western Ghats, some parts of Himalayas, North-east and Thar desert.
• The Indian grey hornbill species predominantly eat berries and fruits. They are monogamous (only one partner in lifetime).
• IUCN status: Least Concern

Why in the news?

• Recently Indian Grey Hornbill has been found breeding in the Chennai City which was not its geographical distribution area previously.

References:

1. https://indianbirds.thedynamicnature.com/2017/02/indian-grey-hornbill-ocyceros-birostris.html#Overview
2. https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/the-indian-grey-hornbill-may-be-breeding-in-chennai/article35364513.ece