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72 species across birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies, and insects. Filter by category, region, or elevation.
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Emerald Toucanet in Costa Rica
Aulacorhynchus prasinus
Toucans & Aracaris · ~33 cm · highland
Cloud ForestCentral Valley
Compact green toucan of the cloud forest. Bright emerald body, blue throat, and a two-toned yellow-and-black bill. Often hangs around feeders alongside hummingbirds.
Fun Facts
- ▸The smallest toucan in Costa Rica.
- ▸A highland specialist — rarely descends below 800 m.
- ▸Builds nests in old woodpecker holes, often high in dead trees.
Best Months
Year-round
Featured On
- · Mirador Cinchona Half-Day
- · Poás + Doka + La Paz Day
