Black-helmeted hornbill skull duo

This pair of skulls comes from the Black-casqued Hornbill ( Ceratogymna atrata ), a large tropical bird native to the dense forests of West and Central Africa. Its large bill, topped with a prominent casque, is a distinctive feature of the species, serving to amplify its vocalizations and playing a role in its social behavior.

Presented on an elegant metal base, these mounted specimens offer a glimpse into the unique anatomy of hornbills, highlighting the bone structure and texture variations between the beak and the keratinized casque.