Ramphastidae - toucans, barbets, toucanets, aracaris
The birds in this family are found in forests in South America and Central America. Barbets line in forests and eat fruits, nuts and berries, and some insects. They are small, brightly colored birds with large heads and strong bills. Most species are green with some combination of red, blue, and yellow markings. Toucans are large birds with very large and colorful bills. They eat fruits and berries and may also eat insects, reptiles, and amphibians.
Endangered in N.H.
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Threatened in N.H.
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Introduced
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Endangered in U.S.
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Threatened in U.S.
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Breeds in N.H.
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Other North American Species |
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Chestnut-mandibled Toucan Collared Aracari Emerald Toucanet Fiery-billed Aracari Keel-billed Toucan Prong-billed Barbet Red-headed Barbet
Spot-crowned Barbet
Yellow-eared Toucanet
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