aulacorhyncus

noun

Meaning

A genus of small, brightly colored toucans known for their predominantly green feathers and distinctively grooved bills.

Examples

  • The emerald toucanet is the most widely distributed member of the Aulacorhyncus genus.
  • Birdwatchers often travel to the Andes specifically to spot various species of Aulacorhyncus in the wild.

Synonyms: toucanet, bird