Golden-collared Toucanet
A species of Dichromatic toucanets Scientific name : Selenidera reinwardtii Genus : Dichromatic toucanets
Golden-collared Toucanet, A species of Dichromatic toucanets
Botanical name: Selenidera reinwardtii
Genus: Dichromatic toucanets
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Description
The nominate subspecies has a broadly black-tipped maroon-red bill, while S. r. langsdorffii has a broadly black-tipped bluish-grey bill. The plumage of both subspecies is very similar to that of the related spot-billed, tawny-tufted and Gould's toucanets. It is 30.5–35 cm (12–14 in) long and weighs from 129 to 200 grams (4.5-7.1 oz.)
Size
35 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Habitat
The golden-collared Toucanet thrives primarily in primary rainforests, including both lowland and hill forests, as well as on mountain slopes. It has an affinity for drier upper forest areas and ridges, and is known to inhabit forest edges. The species also occasionally resides in floodplain forests and várzea regions, typically avoiding secondary forests.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Lars Petersson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Family
Toucans Genus
Dichromatic toucanets Species
Golden-collared Toucanet