Keel-billed Toucan, Costa Rica

Keel-billed Toucan

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Keel-billed Toucan
Rancho Naturalista, Costa Rica   –   April 4, 2007
— Ralph Paonessa
Canon EOS-1D Mark II   *   EF500mm f/4L IS USM + 1.4X   *   ISO 1250   *   1/200 sec @ f/5.6

Toucans are fairly common but shy birds, and often spotted high up in the tree canopy. This curious individual dropped down to have his picture taken as I was hiking through the forest. Perhaps he wanted to audition for a Fruit Loops commercial.

Photo ID: 20070404-445