Green Aracari
Pteroglossus viridis
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPiciformes (Woodpeckers and Allies)
- FamilyRamphastidae (Toucans)
- GenusPteroglossus (Aracaris)
- SpeciesPteroglossus viridis (Green Aracari)
About the Green Aracari
The green araçari (Pteroglossus viridis), is a toucan, a near-passerine bird. It is found in the lowland forests of northeastern South America (the Guiana Shield), in the northeast Amazon Basin, the Guianas and the eastern Orinoco River drainage of Venezuela. At 30–40 cm. (12–16 in) long and weighing 110–160 grams (3.9–5.7 oz.), it is the smallest aracari in its range, and among the smallest members of the toucan family.
The green aracari was originally classified in the genus Ramphastos. The species is named for the green feathers covering its back. Males' crowns are black, while females' are reddish brown. Breeding occurs from February to June. It nests in tree cavities, producing 2–4 white eggs. The parents cooperate in rearing their young.
Its diet consists mostly of fruit, including the fruits of Cecropia trees and the palm Oenocarpus bacaba. The serrated edges of the green aracari's large bill help the bird to grip and gather fruit. Insects are also an occasional part of the diet, giving the birds additional protein.
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brownsberg Nature Park | 🇸🇷 Suriname | |
| 2 | Canaima National Park | 🇻🇪 Venezuela | |
| 3 | Anavilhanas National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Green Aracari in Brownsberg Nature Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Green Aracari sighting in Brownsberg Nature Park, based on 25 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Green Aracari in Brownsberg Nature Park?
February has the highest sighting rate for Green Aracari in Brownsberg Nature Park in our monthly data.