35
Hornbill chicks fledged
24
Artificial nests installed
210+
Students engaged
$36,547
Raised through fundraising & grants
Hornbills are losing their homes
Unlike most birds, hornbills cannot build their own nests. Instead, they depend on natural tree cavities found in large trees for nesting. However, due to deforestation, these cavities are becoming increasingly scarce. The loss of nesting sites is contributing to population declines in 51 of the 62 world's hornbill species.
Our Approach
Turning plastic waste into hornbill homes
Homes for Hornbills developed artificial nests made from upcycled PET plastic bottles and natural hemp fiber.
Sustainable
418 PET plastic bottles upcycled per nest​​​
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Durable
Expected lifespan of 10+ years ​​
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Research-based
Designed to support natural hornbill nesting behavior
My Wild Wonder Journal
A free, bilingual field journal developed as part of the Young Hornbill Guardians Program that inspires children to explore nature, think like scientists, and discover the importance of hornbills.
✓ Free PDF download
✓ English & Thai
✓ Designed for classrooms, field trips, and independent exploration
Recognized Internationally
Homes for Hornbills received recognition for its innovative approach to hornbill conservation, securing a total of $22,500 in grant funding.
National Geographic Slingshot Challenge
Top Honors Award Recipient
$10,000 Grant Awarded
The Earth Prize
Oceania & Southeast Asia Winner
$12,500 Grant Awarded
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