Collared Aracari, Costa Rica

The Collared Aracari is a vibrant and playful member of Costa Rica’s toucan family, known for its bold colors and quirky personality! With a striking yellow belly, a red band across its chest, and a dramatic black collar, this bird looks like it’s dressed for a tropical carnival. Its oversized, serrated beak, splashed with orange and black, is perfect for snacking on fruit, which makes up the bulk of its diet. Found in small, noisy flocks, Collared Aracaris are highly social, often seen hopping between branches or playfully chasing each other through the treetops. Their cheerful chatter adds a lively soundtrack to Costa Rica’s forests, making these birds not just a treat to see, but a delight to hear.