Totally Toucan Talk
Toucans and Diet Toucans are subject to iron storage disease or hemochromatosis. Therefore they need a low-iron diet. Following a strict diet is necessary to ensure toucans’ longevity in captivity. Many years ago toucans would often perish from hemochromatosis from diets that had too much iron. Luckily, this is no longer the case. Breeders, zoos, and pet owners have learned through sharing information with one another about what a proper[…]
The day had finally come after waiting for nearly a year and a half to get our male Curl Crested Aracari. We had his name picked out all this time, Niko! During the ride to the airport, my stomach was in knots. While I was so happy for him to come, I was as nervous as could be. All the what if’s: What if he and Bella don’t get along? […]
“What happened to my baby?” Spring Fever Tips for Toucans The flowers are popping up, the birds are chirping in the morning, what is there not to love about spring? Springtime can be a welcomed relief for many. The warmer weather and longer daylight hours make many of us feel renewed and excited to say goodbye to winter. However, for many bird owners springtime can be the beginning of a[…]
When I first got my emerald toucanet, Yoshi, there was only one expert in the field of toucans. His name is Jerry Jennings and he is considered by many people to be an expert for a reason. Jerry has decades of experience with toucans both in captivity and in the wild. He was the first to breed toucans in the United States and the founder of Emerald Forest Bird Gardens. […]
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The top 5 things you should know if you are considering getting a toucan as a pet.