Hornbills are an important part of our forests. They help maintain plant diversity by spreading seeds over long distances. Without them, the whole forest ecosystem would be affected. It's crucial to protect and appreciate these birds for their role in preserving biodiversity.

Meet @AparajitaDatta4 👋🏻, a wildlife biologist dedicated to protecting hornbills and the forests they help thrive. Aparajita's research involves collaborating with local communities to safeguard these birds and the ecosystems they support.

This October, conservation leaders from around the world will gather in Abu Dhabi for the 5th IUCN SSC Leaders' Meeting! 300 experts, 120+ sessions, all focused on driving impactful conservation efforts. 🔗 #SSCLeadersMeeting2024 #WeAreSSC

Hornbill dads never clock out! They tirelessly forage from sunrise to sunset to feed their mate and chick. Fun fact: Some hornbill species have helpers—often young or related birds—that assist with food deliveries. Now that’s teamwork! 🎨 Austen’s Brown hornbill

Meet 💁🏻‍♀️ Lucy Kemp, a #HornbillsHero leading Southern Ground-Hornbill conservation! 🦃 Through the Mabula Project, she’s restoring these majestic birds to their habitats 🌿 and inspiring community action. Let’s celebrate her dedication! 🐦🌍 #IUCNHSG #SaveHornbills

Soaring into 2025 with Hope and Conservation! 🌱 Let's unite to protect hornbills and their habitats, making this year impactful for biodiversity. Here’s to thriving hornbills and stronger conservation efforts. Happy New Year! 🎉 #IUCNHSG #HornbillWishes #NewYear2025

As we kick off this exciting new year, let’s put your hornbill knowledge to the test! 🧐 Drop your answers in the comments! ⬇️ Let’s see who’s got their #hornbill facts on point. Bonus points for fun facts about these incredible birds! 💡✨ #IUCNHornbills #LoveHornbillsDay

🦜 Do you hear hornbill calls where you live? 💬 Share your favorite #hornbill sound or what you’ve learned about bird communication in the comments! #IUCNHornbills #IUCNHSG #BirdBehavior #HornbillVoices #LoveHornbillsDay

#Hornbills Hybridization: In 2004 and 2008, wild hybridization between a male Rhinoceros Hornbill and a female Great Hornbill was observed in Budo Mountain, southern Thailand. What does this mean for biodiversity? Share your thoughts below! 👇✨

📸✨ Meet Zazu, the real-life inspiration behind The Lion King! 🦜 Zazu is a Red-billed Hornbill, a stunning African bird that thrives in the wild—not as a pet! Let’s protect their habitats and keep wildlife wild. 🌿✨ #IUCNHornbills #RedBilledHornbill #LoveHornbillsDay

Hornbills are in danger, but global efforts are stepping up to protect them! Want to help? Adopt a nest, support ecotourism, or spread the word! Every action counts. 👇 Which initiative inspires you most? Tag a friend to get involved! #IUCNHornbills #IUCNHSG

🌳 One tree can mean everything to a hornbill. But that tree can disappear in just a few hours. Hornbills help forests grow, but they need the forest to survive too. 📲 Swipe through to see why old trees matter for their future. #IUCNHornbills #ForestForLife #HornbillGuardian