Arasari Green

The green toucan is a vibrantly coloured tropical bird that inhabits the jungles and forests of Central and South America. Its most distinctive feature is its large, colourful beak, which can be red, yellow or orange. In addition to its striking beak, the green toucan has bright green plumage and a compact body. Its flight is strong and direct, and its presence in the forest is a symbol of the biodiversity of these regions.

Longevity

20 years

Weight

300-400 gr

Length

40-50 cm

LC (Least Concern)
LC (Preocupación Menor) Completo

The species is relatively secure in the wild and faces no immediate risk of extinction.

Reproduction

Habitat loss due to deforestation and capture for the pet trade are the main threats to this species.

Behaviour

They are social birds that live in groups. Their flight is strong and direct, and their striking beak is used to reach fruit on the highest branches.

Threats

Feeding

Their diet consists mainly of fruit, especially figs, guavas and berries. They also eat insects and small vertebrates.

Distribution

Mapa Geográfico
VU (Vulnerable)
VU (Vulnerable) Completo

It is at high risk of extinction in the medium term.

NT (Near Threatened)
NT (Casi Amenazado) Completo

It is not yet at risk, but could be soon if conditions worsen.

ALL

Not Used

EX (Extinct)
EX (Extinto) Completo

There are no longer any living individuals of the species.

EW (Extinct in the wild)
EW (Extinto en estado silvestre) Completo

Only specimens survive in captivity or in scientific collections.

EN (Endangered)
EN (En Peligro) Completo

It has a very high risk of disappearing in the wild if conservation measures are not taken.

CR (Critically Endangered)
CR (En Peligro Crítico) Completo

It faces an extremely high risk of extinction in the near future.