About the Choco Toucan
The Choco Toucan (Ramphastos brevis) is a species of bird in the Toucans family (Ramphastidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 37 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chotou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Toucans (Ramphastidae) |
| Species | Ramphastos brevis |
| Species Codes | chotou1, CHTO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Choco Toucan belong to?
The Choco Toucan (Ramphastos brevis) belongs to the Toucans family (Ramphastidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Choco Toucan?
The Choco Toucan is a member of the Toucans family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Choco Toucan sighting?
You can log sightings of Choco Toucan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chotou1, or on iNaturalist.