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Collared aracari (juvenile)

Pteroglossus torquatus

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Field Notes

Description:

Abundant in the lowlands along the Caribbean slope; the collared aracari (tucán collarejo, in spanish) can sometimes be seen up to 1.200m high at the southeast region of Costa Rica. They feed on fruits, lizards and insects, and some little birds from time to time.

Habitat:

Canopy and forest edges, old secondary forests and cacao plantations.

Notes:

Juvenile collared aracari waiting for his/her mom to bring some food.

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Comments (4)
Neil Ross
Excellent spotting, Ignacio, and beautiful photos.

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Paso Pacifico Survey
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Life in Costa Rica
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PublishedAugust 17, 2014

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