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Toucans

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¹     When we think of birds living in rain forests, toucans are usually the first to come to our minds. This odd-looking bird is difficult to miss - the bird's brightly colored beak is so large that it is about the same length as the bird's body! There are about 40 different species of toucans, and they all live in the tropical areas of Mexico, Central and South America. Toucans mainly feed on berries and seeds, but they also eat small insects, reptiles, and birds.
 
²     How can toucans balance themselves with such huge and seemingly heavy beaks? Well, "seemingly" is the keyword here, because their beaks are actually hollow and lightweight! Hence, toucans can fly or perch on tree branches without toppling over! Toucans use their colorful, oversized beaks for several purposes - to fetch food, to play throw-and-catch, to wrestle, and to attract mates. With their long beaks, toucans can reach berries growing on a more distant twig. When they pluck a berry or seed in their giant beaks, they may toss the food high in the air for their neighbors to catch. If two toucans are mad at each other, they fight with their beaks - they wrestle until one gives up! During the mating season, male toucans show off their flashy beaks to draw female toucans' .....
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