These toucans are also found in Nicaragua and western Panama. They’re live in elevations from 2600-8000 feet (800 to 2400 meters) and are commonly seen in Monteverde, Turrialba and in the Caribbean mountains. Some classify them as a subspecies of the Emerald Toucanet and call them Blue-throated Toucanet. They also have a distinctive dark blue throat, making them different than the other Emerald Toucanets found in Mexico and South America. This is the only toucan with a green chest and stomach and they are hard to see since they’re so small and bend in well in the trees. Of the 6 toucans in Costa Rica, the Emerald Toucanet is the smallest standing at 12 inches (30 centimeters). We’ve seen Keel-billed, Chestnut-Mandibled and Collared Aracari toucans in the same tree! Emerald Toucanet
When their territories overlap, it is common to see different species of toucans together. You’ll notice that toucans will exhibit a follow-the-leader behavior, whenever one toucan flies off, the others will follow a few seconds later so if you’re a wildlife photographer, you can predict which direction they are flying to and how long you have before they fly off again. They travel in groups and always in pairs when they’re adults. They eat fruit, berries, insects and eggs/nestlings of other birds. Toucans have oversized beaks, travel in small groups and are omnivores. We have seen 5 out of 6 toucans, just missing that sneaky Yellow-eared! Costa Rica Toucan Facts When it comes to spotting these birds, you will most likely hear them before you see them as they are quite vocal birds and have a unique call. In this post, you’ll find out some toucan facts and the best places to see toucans in Costa Rica.
There are 6 toucans in Costa Rica: Keel-billed toucan, Black-mandibled toucan, Yellow-eared toucan, Fiery-billed Aracari, Collarred Aracari and Emerald Toucanet. Toucans are one of my favorite birds and if you are a bird watcher/wildlife photographer, Costa Rica is a great place to see them.
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