Pale-mandibled Aracari
NamePale-mandibled Aracari
Common NamePale-mandibled Aracari
Scientific NamePteroglossus erythropygius
FamilyRamphastidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)42
Weight (g)220
Plumage DetailsThis aracari has glossy black plumage covering its head, neck, and upperparts. The underparts are also black, contrasting with a vibrant red rump and a small yellow patch on the flanks. Its most notable feature is the bill, which has a pale yellowish-white upper mandible with a black stripe along the culmen, and a black lower mandible tipped with yellow. A bare red patch surrounds its eye.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of a series of high-pitched, reedy, and somewhat squeaky notes, often described as 'psii-yee' or 'psit-yee' repeated rapidly.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Pale-mandibled Aracari is endemic to western Ecuador and northwestern Peru, inhabiting humid tropical and subtropical lowland forests.
Identifying FeaturesPale yellowish-white upper mandible with black culmen stripe, Black lower mandible with yellow tip, Red rump, Predominantly black body plumage, Red bare skin around the eye
Description
The Pale-mandibled Aracari is a striking medium-sized toucan characterized by its predominantly black plumage and a distinctive pale bill. It is an active and social bird, typically found foraging in small flocks within the canopy of tropical forests.
