The white-throated toucan (Tucán Goliblanco), Azuay: Bioparque Amaru Zoológico Cuenca at 2,610 meters (8,562 ft) above sea level, the Southern Highlands, Ecuador.

            Other common names: Pechiblanco toucan, red-billed toucan.

Habitat: This species can be found in South America in countries such as: Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Venezuela, Bolivia, Ecuador and Colombia.

In Ecuador they live in the Amazon region, in humid forests in the lowlands and in the eastern foothills.

Altitude range: Mainly below 900 meters above sea level.

Dimensions: Length 53.5 - 57 cm.

Weight: Between 600 - 650 gr.

Feeding: It feeds mainly on a variety of fruits, also flowers, nectar, insects, small reptiles such as lizards and bird eggs.

Nesting period: 14 to 15 days. 2 to 4 eggs, nest in the hollows of the trees.

Life expectancy: Approximately 11 years.

Sounds: The projected claim of this toucan is one of the most characteristic sounds of the Ecuadorian eastern birdlife, it consists of a phrased cry (voice noise that is loud and confusing).

Description and behavior: They have a very long peak of 18-21 cm, mainly black with yellow tip, top and maxillary base; Celestial mandibular base. Mainly black body with yellow rump, low red area, throat and white chest bordered below by a red band.

A similar species is the Piquiacanalado Toucan, they are identical in plumage and beak color, they are easily differentiated by their very different voices; Differences in size are most evident when both species are together. In general, goliblanco toucans are more numerous.

Threats: Habitat loss, deforestation, illegal hunting and illegal wildlife trafficking.

Conservation status: Expands the network of protected areas to effectively protect IBAs (Important birds areas). Conservation on private lands is also essential, by expanding market pressures for good land management and preventing logging of forests on land unfit for agriculture.

• Ramphastos tucanus, Vulnerable (IUCN)
• Appendix II (CITES)

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Taken in: Ecuador / Provincia del Azuay / Paccha / Monay (show map)

Taken on: December 13, 2019

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