Buphagidae

Birds that are always seen on the bodies of Hippos, Rhinos and Giraffes.

2 unique species photographed in this family

Red-billed Oxpecker

Oxpecker,

Yellow-billed Oxpecker

The large mammals of Africa are always attended by birds from this family. In fact, the Swahili name for Oxpecker is Askari wa kifaru (the rhino's guard).

Oxpecker,The large mammals of Africa are always attended by birds from this family. In fact, the Swahili name for Oxpecker is Askari wa kifaru (the rhino's guard).