Black-necked aracari


The black-necked aracari, is a species of bird in the toucan family. It is found in Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela.

Taxonomy and systematics

The black-necked aracari was originally classified in the genus Ramphastos. Alternative names include beautiful aracari and Maximilian's aracari.

Subspecies

Three subspecies are recognized:
The black-necked aracari measures 35–45 cm long and weighs 177-309 grams It is a typical but thickset aracari with a single red band across its otherwise yellow chest. Its upper mandible is pale yellow while the lower mandible is black.

Distribution and habitat

Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and heavily degraded former forest.

Behaviour and ecology

Breeding

The black-necked aracari nests in hollows in the trees created by either woodpeckers or by broken tree branches.