Luzon Hornbill
Penelopides manillae
LCLeast Concern Endemic to Philippines
- Family
- Hornbills (Bucerotidae)
- Order
- Bucerotiformes
Overview
The Luzon hornbill (Penelopides manillae), sometimes called Luzon tarictic hornbill, is a species of hornbill in the family Bucerotidae. It is endemic to forests on Luzon and nearby islands in the northern Philippines. All five Philippine tarictics were once considered a single species. It is declining due to habitat destruction, hunting and the illegal wildlife trade.
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Range and habitat
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Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Luzon hornbill
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
