| Range: |
Northeastern South American, as far south as Brazil |
| Habitat: |
Humid forests, usually very near water |
| Conservation Status: |
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| Scientific Name: |
Ramphastos vitellinus |
This colorful bird spends itsday moving through the rainforest in search of food. It eats a wide variety of fruits, insects, spiders, and other small animals, including frogs. The male courts the female by feeding her and singing to her from the tree canopy. After mating, the pair works together to make a nest cavity in a hollow tree, where the female then lays her eggs. Did You Know?Although the beak looks heavy, its many air chambers make it very lightweight.
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