Broad-billed Tody

Broad-billed Tody

Todus subulatus

Least Concern

Aves · Coraciiformes · Todidae

About

The broad-billed tody is a species of bird in the family Todidae, and one of two Todus species found on Hispaniola, along with the narrow-billed tody. They are small insectivorous birds, characterized by their bright green feathers, pink flanks and red throats.

Fun Fact

grams, making it the largest bird in the genus Todus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occur in pine forests, in which case the broad-billed tody will forage at significantly higher heights, approximately 5.

Diet

Eat specific fruits belonging to the families Brunelliaceae, Chenopodiaceae and Clusiaceae, as well as small vertebrates like small anole lizards.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance