Chestnut-eared Aracari

Pteroglossus castanotis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Piciformes · Ramphastidae

About

The chestnut-eared aracari or chestnut-eared araçari is a near-passerine bird in the toucan family Ramphastidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Peru.

Fun Fact

Two subspecies of chestnut-eared aracari are recognized, the nominate P.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs at edges, clearings, and disturbed areas of drier forest, bamboo and canebrakes, cerrado, and coffee plantations.

Diet

Eats flowers and nectar and takes bird eggs and nestlings.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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