About the Toco Toucan
The Toco Toucan (Ramphastos toco) 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 toctou1 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 toco |
| Species Codes | toctou1, TOTO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Toco Toucan belong to?
The Toco Toucan (Ramphastos toco) belongs to the Toucans family (Ramphastidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Toco Toucan?
The Toco 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 Toco Toucan sighting?
You can log sightings of Toco Toucan on eBird (ebird.org) using species code toctou1, or on iNaturalist.