#lettered aracari

[todaysbird]

the lettered aracari is a medium-sized member of the toucan family found in bolivia, brazil, colombia, ecuador and peru. they feed primarily on fruit, but like other toucans, are somewhat opportunistic and will also feed on eggs, young birds, and arthropods. while they are assumed to nest in cavities like other toucans, little else is known about their breeding behavior. they are named for the black ‘script’ markings of their upper mandibles, which may resemble lettering.

[thalassarche]

Lettered Araçari (Pteroglossus inscriptus) - photo by Vayun Tiwari

[revisitnormal]

i painted a toucan* i saw at the zoo

*(lettered aracari, with some liberties taken re: colors)

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[chirobe]

Lettered Aracari