Emerald Toucanet

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Overall Rating: 1/2

Toucanets are distantly related to woodpeckers and are found in the tropical rain forests of Latin America. They are a popular symbol of paradise. They are easily recognized by their large colorful bills. Despite their bill's large size, it is very lightweight allowing for easy maneuverability for getting food. Toucans are cavity nesters, meaning they like a deep hole in a tree trunk for nesting. They are opportunists, taking over another bird's nest because they are unable to make their own. Their diet consists of mainly fruit and should be supplemented with a low-iron pellet designed for Toucans. In the wild, Toucans store iron from their food in their liver. If you feed a diet that is high in iron, it may become toxic. Toucans cannot talk, however, their irresistible personality and antics more than make-up for a quieter bird! They are very friendly and easily tamed. One major difference between Toucans and Parrots is that Toucans cannot use their bills to climb. They are hoppers and, therefore, need easy access to lots of perches in their cages for hopping around. They are intelligent birds and can be trained to catch with their large bills. They also require a cage size suitable for a Cockatoo. They are fairly long-lived with a lifespan around 20 years.