Where to see
Where to see the Monteiro's Hornbill in South Africa
The Monteiro's hornbill (Tockus monteiri) is a species of hornbill that is native to the dry woodlands of southwestern Africa.
Tockus monteiri · Least Concern
Planning a trip
When and where to find the Monteiro's Hornbill
Best hours of the day
- The first hours after sunrise, and late afternoon. Birds call and feed most in the cool.
- Midday. Quieter, especially in summer heat.
IUCN Red List
Least Concern
Species
Tockus monteiri
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Questions travellers ask
A record means a host has seen the Monteiro's Hornbill on the property or nearby. It is never a guarantee of a sighting.
When is the best time to see the Monteiro's Hornbill?
The Monteiro's Hornbill is recorded throughout the year, so no month is the wrong month to look for it.
What is the conservation status of the Monteiro's Hornbill?
The Monteiro's Hornbill (Tockus monteiri) is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
What is the Monteiro's Hornbill?
The Monteiro's hornbill (Tockus monteiri) is a species of hornbill that is native to the dry woodlands of southwestern Africa. It is a common, near-endemic species in Namibia, with a total population estimated at 340,000 individuals.
Stays that give back
Where to stay for a chance to see the Monteiro's Hornbill
Every stay on the Monteiro's Hornbill page lists the species its host has recorded on or near the property. A record is a sighting, never a promise.
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