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Chestnut-eared Araçari
Pteroglossus castanotis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
30.9 cm
Weight
265.0 g
Family
Ramphastidae
Order
Piciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.9 cm | 12.2 in |
| Weight | 265.0 g | 9.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Ramphastidae (Toucans) |
| Genus | Pteroglossus |
| Species | Pteroglossus castanotis |
Distribution
Chestnut-eared Araçari has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chestnut-eared Araçari endangered?
The Chestnut-eared Araçari has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Chestnut-eared Araçari nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Chestnut-eared Araçari?
The Chestnut-eared Araçari has a wingspan of 30.9 cm, weight of 265.0 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut-eared Araçari belong to?
The Chestnut-eared Araçari (Pteroglossus castanotis) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Ramphastidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Ramphastidae family
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Least Concern
Channel-billed Toucan
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Least Concern
Chestnut-tipped Toucanet
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Least Concern
Choco Toucan
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Least Concern