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Known for their large, colorful bills and playful behavior, this is the largest of the toucan species.
The world's largest flying parrot has cobalt-blue feathers and yellow lined eyes. They have the mightiest absolute beak force of any flying bird.
Distinguished by its striking blue forehead, they are known for their ability to mimic human speech
This long-lived, intelligent parrot is known for its ability to mimi human speech. Ours were rescued from the illegal wildlife trade.
This striking tropical bird are common and widespread in their native Central and South America.
These bright yellow parrots are the sole species in their own distinct scientific genus.
Males of this long-lived tortoise species in the Galapagos Islands can weigh up to 700 lbs.,
Their Spanish nickname is "paraba barba azul," comes from the bright blue feathers under their chin.
Known for their red, orange and yellow scales on their legs and head, they camouflage well in their forest habitat.
