Emerald Toucanet, Costa Rica

The Emerald Toucanet of Costa Rica is like a pint-sized treasure straight out of a fairy tale! With its brilliant green feathers, blue throat, and bold yellow bill tipped with black, this tiny toucan looks like it was painted by a rainforest artist. Don’t let its small size fool you—this bird has a big personality. You’ll often spot it hopping between branches, munching on fruit, and occasionally showing off its acrobatics as it hangs upside down to grab the ripest berries. It’s as if the Emerald Toucanet is saying, “Why eat the easy fruit when you can put on a show?”

Living in Costa Rica’s cloud forests, this toucanet thrives in the misty canopies where the air feels magical and everything seems alive. Its soft, croaking call adds to the mystical vibe of its surroundings, as if it’s narrating the forest’s secrets. Social and curious, Emerald Toucanets are often seen in pairs or small groups, playfully chasing each other through the trees. Watching one up close is like glimpsing a living emerald, and its charm makes it an unforgettable part of Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity.