Black mandible toucan Ramphastos swainsonii
Taxonomy
Scientific name:
Ramphastos swainsonii
Family:
Ramphastidae
Genus:
Ramphastos
Species:
Swainsonii
Common names:
Black mandible toucan, chestnut mandible, choco toucan, yellow-throated toucan
Biology
Morphology:
The male reaches an average 56 cm length and weighs 750 g. The female is a bit smaller, reaches about 52 cm and weighs about 580 g. Plumage is predominantly black, with yellow throat and a red band in chest. Skin around eye is fluorescent green.
Reproduction:
Nests in tree cavities. Generally, lays 3 – 4 eggs.
Diet:
Feeds primarily on fruits, although sometimes will feed on other bird’s eggs and small animals.
Ecology
Range:
From Honduras to Pacific Coast of Colombia and Ecuador, up to 200 m.
Habitat:
This species prefers higher grounds and vegetation
Threats
IUCN Red List: Minor Concern