Toco Toucan Presentation - Endless Forms
THE TOCO
TOUCAN
Adapting to a life in the tropical rainforests of South America
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THE TOCO
TOUCAN
Adapting to a life in the tropical rainforests of South America
Scientific name: Ramphastos toco.
Largest species of toucan in the world (up to 25 inches in length and weigh around 1.6–2 pounds)
Being able to understand their urban adaptations can help to predict their potential environmental impacts.
THE BASICS
Where do toco toucans live?
They reside in tropical rainforests where temperatures usually remain above 20°C throughout the year.
High levels of rainfall cause extremely humid conditions.
The dense vegetation can create lots of competition for food sources.
Many predator species.
