Cuban Tody
Todus multicolor
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Coraciiformes · Todidae
About
The Cuban tody is a bird species in the family Todidae that is restricted to Cuba and the adjacent islands.
Fun Fact
Cuban todys are tiny, jewel-like birds that dig nesting burrows into earth banks with their bills — despite weighing just 6 grams, a pair can catch up to 150 insects per hour to feed their chicks.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Forests and dense shrubbery
Diet
Insectivore
Lifespan
5-7 years
Threats
- Deforestation
- Wildfire
External Data Sources
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