Tawny-tufted Toucanet
NameTawny-tufted Toucanet
Common NameTawny-tufted Toucanet
Scientific NameSelenidera nattereri
FamilyRamphastidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)33
Weight (g)175
Plumage DetailsMales have a black head, throat, and underparts, with prominent yellow ear tufts and a yellow breast band. The back is dark green to black, and the undertail coverts are red. The bill is highly distinctive, featuring patterns of red, blue, green, and black.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of a series of low, frog-like croaks or grunts, often described as 'grrr-grrr-grrr' or 'krr-krr-krr'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Amazon basin of South America, including parts of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Identifying FeaturesMulti-colored bill (red, blue, green, black), Prominent yellow ear tufts, Yellow breast band, Red undertail coverts, Overall black body plumage (males)
Description
The Tawny-tufted Toucanet is a small, striking toucanet known for its vibrant, multi-colored bill and distinctive yellow ear tufts. It inhabits the canopy of humid lowland forests, where it forages for fruits and insects.
