The male Von der Decken's Hornbill has a colourful beak which helps to distinguish it from other small bush hornbills. The female has a black beak.

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The male Von der Decken's Hornbill has a colourful beak which helps to distinguish it from other small bush hornbills. The female has a black beak. They travel in pairs or small family groups.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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