Keel-Billed Toucan

You can now see three (yes, THREE) keel-billed toucans enjoying their brand-new habitat!

The toucan group is made up of two young siblings, and an unrelated adult. All three were rescued and brought to the Zoo in early 2025.

This is the first time in 5 years the Zoo has had our National Bird in our care.

Toucans are one of the most iconic species of the Neotropics, as they only occur in this part of the world. The Keel-billed toucan is a very social bird and can often be seen foraging and playing in pairs or small groups. They are found throughout Belize’s forests and nest in holes in tree trunks

Interesting Facts

• Scientific Name: Ramphastos sulfuratus
• Habitat: Found from Southern Mexico through Central America (including Belize, where it’s the national bird) down to northern South America (Colombia, Venezuela).
• Nesting: Use old woodpecker holes or tree cavities, often sharing cramped roosts.
• Diet: Omnivores. Fruits (figs, berries, mangoes, etc.) are the staple, helping spread seeds.
• Feeding: Use their bill to pluck fruit, tossing it back to swallow whole; they chatter while eating.
• Behavior: The Keel Billed Toucan is a very sociable bird, so they are mainly seen flying in flocks or grouped together on the branches of trees in Belize.

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