Yellow-throated Toucan
NameYellow-throated Toucan
Common NameYellow-throated Toucan
Scientific NameRamphastos ambiguus
FamilyRamphastidae
Wingspan (cm)55
Length (cm)57
Weight (g)625
Plumage DetailsThe body plumage is predominantly glossy black. It features a bright yellow throat and upper chest, sharply delineated from the black. The undertail coverts are bright red. The massive bill is mostly bright yellow with a black tip and a maroon-red base. The skin around the eye is yellowish-green, and the legs are blue.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include loud, frog-like croaks and yelps, often described as 'cree-op' or 'rrrip-rrrip' calls, sometimes given in a series. They can also produce harsh rattles and clacks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in humid lowland and foothill forests of Central and South America, ranging from Honduras south through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, western Colombia, western Ecuador, and northern Peru.
Identifying FeaturesLarge yellow and black bill with maroon base, Bright yellow throat and upper chest, Glossy black body plumage, Red undertail coverts, Blue legs and feet
Description
This large, striking toucan is characterized by its massive, colorful bill and vibrant plumage. It typically forages in the canopy of humid forests, feeding on fruits, insects, and small vertebrates. They are often seen in pairs or small groups.
