Keel-billed Toucan

Ramphastos sulfuratus

The Keel-billed Toucan is a colorful and charismatic bird found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. Recognized by its large, vibrant bill and striking plumage, this species is known for its distinctive call and playful behavior. Keel-billed Toucans primarily feed on fruits, but they also consume insects, lizards, and eggs. They play a crucial role in seed dispersal within their habitat, contributing to the diversity and health of the forest ecosystem. These toucans are often seen in small flocks and are highly social birds, engaging in mutual grooming and vocal communication.

Habitat: Tropical forests

Keel-billed Toucan
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Tours where you can spot this bird

Chavarrillo and Cerro de Tepeapulco Birding Tour
Chavarrillo and Cerro de Tepeapulco Birding Tour
Mexico / Emiliano Zapata Private tour 0h

A private birding outing at Chavarrillo & Cerro de Tepeapulco with Veracruz biologist and local guide Gustavo Contreras, planned around seas...

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12-Day Yucatan Peninsula Birding Tour
12-Day Yucatan Peninsula Birding Tour
Mexico / Cancun Group tour 12 days | 0h

A 12-day Yucatan birding tour exploring the peninsula, southern forests near the Guatemala and Belize borders, Rio Lagartos, Calakmul and Co...

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9-Day Yucatan Peninsula Birding Trip
9-Day Yucatan Peninsula Birding Trip
Mexico / Cancun Group tour 9 days | 0h

A 9-day Yucatan Peninsula birding trip covering Puerto Morelos, Valladolid, Rio Lagartos, Merida, Campeche, Calakmul, Bacalar and Cozumel....

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Riviera Maya Area Birding Day
Riviera Maya Area Birding Day
Mexico / Riviera Maya Private tour 1 day | 6h

A flexible Riviera Maya birding day from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum or nearby resorts....

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Puerto Morelos Toh Reserve Birding
Puerto Morelos Toh Reserve Birding
Mexico / Puerto Morelos Private tour 1 day | 5h

A Puerto Morelos birding visit to Toh Reserve for Yucatan forest birds, migrants and Riviera Maya birders with limited time....

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Calakmul Birding Expedition
Calakmul Birding Expedition
Mexico / Calakmul Private tour 1 day | 10h

A full birding day in Calakmul combining the forest road, archaeological site and optional bat volcano evening spectacle....

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Muyil and Sian Ka'an Birding Tour
Muyil and Sian Ka'an Birding Tour
Mexico / Muyil Private tour 1 day | 7h

A birding tour south of Tulum combining Muyil village, Sian Ka'an forest, wetlands, boardwalk and optional lagoon boat experience....

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Custom Costa Rica Bird Photography Tour
Custom Costa Rica Bird Photography Tour
Costa Rica / Costa Rica Custom tour 7 days | 0h

A custom multi-day Costa Rica bird and wildlife photography route planned around target species....

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Costa Rica Wildlife Photography Tour
Costa Rica Wildlife Photography Tour
Costa Rica / Monteverde Private tour 1 day | 6h

A private Costa Rica wildlife and bird photography outing around Monteverde and nearby habitats....

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Monteverde Private Birdwatching Tour
Monteverde Private Birdwatching Tour
Costa Rica / Monteverde Group tour 1 day | 4h

A private Monteverde birdwatching outing focused on cloud forest specialties and flexible target birds....

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