
Best Months to Spot
Most sightings recorded in Jan, Feb, Mar. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.
Conservation Status
Conservation hubClose to qualifying as threatened in the near future.
The keel-billed toucan faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and the illegal pet trade. While specific large-scale recovery programs are not widely publicized, conservation efforts often focus on protecting its tropical forest habitat, which indirectly benefits the species. Responsible safari tourism helps by providing economic incentives for local communities to preserve these forests and their wildlife, making conservation a viable alternative to destructive practices.
The keel-billed toucan, also known as rainbow-billed toucan or sulphur-breasted toucan, is a species of toucan native to southern Mexico, Central America and the far northwest of South America, and is found in tropical forests. It is the national bird of Belize. It is an omnivorous forest bird that feeds on fruit, seeds, insects, invertebrates, lizards, snakes, and small birds and their eggs.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Keel-billed Toucan. Sightings recorded in 179 safari areas total.
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