Rare flock of hornbills spotted feeding outside Khao Yai
NAKHON RATCHASIMA — 10 November 2026, A rare sighting of around eight hornbills flying out of Khao Yai National Park to feed on figs at a school in Pak Chong district has attracted tourists and locals eager to capture photographs of the birds. The birds were spotted perched in a large fig tree at Ban Bung […] The post Rare flock of hornbills spotted feeding outside Khao Yai appeared first on…
Nakhon Ratchasima, November 10, 2026 — A rare occurrence has drawn the attention of tourists and locals alike: a group of approximately eight hornbills discovered outside Khao Yai National Park, feasting on figs at a school in Pak Chong district. The birds were observed perched in a substantial fig tree at Ban Bung Toei School in Moo Si subdistrict, Pak Chong district, Nakhon Ratchasima province, where they came together to dine on the tree's ripe fruit.
Hornbills are known to consume over 300 types of food, with figs being one of their primary food sources. This fruit is a reliable resource for hornbills year-round due to its consistent availability, soft texture, and lack of latex content. While hornbills are typically found within Khao Yai National Park, it is uncommon to witness these birds gather outside the park to forage, as such gatherings usually indicate feeding activities or seasonal movements.
The sighting at the school holds special significance for tourists and residents as it provides an opportunity to observe hornbills in their natural feeding habitat. This event also underscores the ecological richness of Khao Yai’s forests, emphasizing the continued vitality of wildlife thriving and foraging naturally beyond the park’s boundaries.
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