They vary in size from about 7 inches to a little over two feet. They have short and thick necks. Toucans are distinguished by large, colorful, yet lightweight bills.
The color of the bill may be black, blue, brown, green, red, white, yellow or a combination of colors. The bright colors on his bill help to attract a mate.
Toucans also have a narrow, feather-like tongue. In zoos, Toucans need a variety of perches and plenty of flying space. In the wild, they live in regions with high humidity and lot of vegetation, so their enclosures should replicate this habitat.
These are intelligent birds that thrive when they have a variety of toys, puzzle feeders, and a positive reinforcement training program. Zookeepers feed them a variety of fruit, insects, and the occasional small mammal or egg. Each Toucan species is different, but the vast majority of Toucans are social. They live in groups, known as flocks. Flocks of Toucans spend their days roaming through the treetops in search of food, and calling noisily to one another.
Scientists think these birds are monogamous, and continue to breed with the same mate year after year. More eyes are also more effective at spotting potential predators. Different species of these birds have different reproductive strategies, but they are quite similar in their behavior and development rate.
All species nest within cavities in the trunks of trees. Depending on the species, some lay a single egg, while others lay up to five eggs. The eggs hatch in about two or two and a half weeks. The newly hatched chicks begin flying when they are anywhere from six to eight weeks old. Animals Network. Red Angus. Paint Horse. Black Sole. Expert Recommendations. NET aim to promote interest in nature and animals among children, as well as raise their awareness in conservation and environmental protection.
They tend to hop more than they fly. Their bright colors provide good camouflage in the dappled light of the rainforest canopy. The birds keep up a racket of vocalizations— mainly grunting and snoring sounds —that are often compared to the croaking of frogs.
These toucans nest in tree cavities and usually lay two to four eggs, which both parents take turns incubating. Young toucans do not have a large bill at birth—it grows as they develop and does not become full size for several months. These iconic birds are listed as "least concern" by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature because they occupy such a large range.
The species' overall numbers, however, are declining. They are hunted for food and for the pet trade, where their bright colors and intelligence make them popular.
All rights reserved. Common Name: Toco toucans. Scientific Name: Ramphastos toco. Type: Birds. Diet: Omnivore. Group Name: Flock. Size: Body: 25 inches; bill: 7. Weight: 20 ounces. Size relative to a 6-ft man:. Least concern. Least Concern Extinct. Current Population Trend: Decreasing.
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