Name:Ben Goodwill E-mail:no give Subject:two toucans Time:Thursday, June 30th 2005 - 04:43:27 PM Michelle, I really enjoyed your philosophical conversation on Toucans and life and if I may, I would like to raise a few points. Firstly I am ill at the time of looking at this sight, I ate something bad in Nicaragua. Secondly, your right about the job, thats why I jacked it in and came to central america, and now Ive seen two toucans in the jungle which is much better than in a cage, dont you think.

Name:steph E-mail:jennyhwestpack.com Subject:where can i find info Time:Tuesday, June 21st 2005 - 03:40:51 AM i've been looking everywher for info on toucans and i havent yet looked through this whole web page.hope u can help?

Name:steph E-mail:cant say Subject:geo Time:Tuesday, June 21st 2005 - 03:36:34 AM hi i'm steph and i have been looking everywhere for toucan info and pics. i havn't yet seen the whole site yet,so i hope you can help?

Name:makenzie E-mail:Makenzietaylor@hotmail.com Subject:wow sams a girl Time:Friday, October 1st 2004 - 11:08:31 PM wow sams a girl what happend when you found out a about tucan sam!!!????

Name:fiona E-mail:fionaparklee93@aol.com Subject:Cool page Time:Monday, September 6th 2004 - 12:56:46 PM Love your page, how could i make my page. Toucans are really facinating but i think its realy cruel to keep them as pets,

Name:Ed E-mail:elashinski@suisse.com Subject:soon to be new parent Time:Tuesday, July 6th 2004 - 09:22:39 PM Hello, i have admired pictures of your bird- she looks like quite a character. I have recently purchased a baby keel bill to arrive in a few weeks...is anyone aware of personality differences between males and females? this will be our first and i was wondering really how messy are they? I've heard a lot of stories both ways...meanwhile, where are all the toucan owners out there?? I know there aren't as many as others who have hookbills, but ...the macaw talk site of birdsnways has hundereds of messages a week....thanks and any first time owner suggestions would be greatly appeciated!!

Name:Adam E-mail:toucanadam@yahoo.com Subject:Toucans In Flight Time:Thursday, July 1st 2004 - 06:13:15 PM Hi Ian....toucans do, indeed, fly....and quite well, I might add! In fact, it was the fact that sammy was literally flying laps around my room that prompted me to finally have her flight feathers clipped....even so, they've already started to grow back and she's able to fly short distances again. When I get my hands on a digital camera again, I'll try and take a picture of Sam in flight.

Name:Ian E-mail:casbolt1967@hotmail.com Subject:toucan Time:Wednesday, June 30th 2004 - 07:17:27 PM Hi everyone I have been looking for a picture of a Toucan in flight. I've have had weeks of searching on the net with no luck, I've got a question, as a result of my searching do they fly?, or is this just a Guiness myth, and if anybody has any direction to a pic of a toucan in flight I'd be grateful.

Name:matt malters E-mail:heidif2772@aol Subject:toco Time:Friday, March 26th 2004 - 10:49:45 AM I have a 10 month old toco toucan.I am on the edge of getting a divorce and need to sell my bird in hopes of pleasing my wife.I will sell for 5000obo,thanks matt

Name:Katie E-mail:Mansonismysatsan@netscape.net Subject:SAMS A GIRL!? Time:Thursday, February 26th 2004 - 08:38:35 AM Adam, sam being a girl is UNBELEVABLE! Hows shes doin, no biting anymore I hope :p well, ill talk to you later WICKED SITE as always!

Name:Adam E-mail:toucanadam@yahoo.com Subject:SAM IS A GIRL!!! Time:Wednesday, January 21st 2004 - 03:17:50 PM Just got the DNA results back from Avian Biotech....must say, this one threw me for a loop!

Name:Adam Subject:Ownership rights Time:Thursday, January 15th 2004 - 04:54:37 PM Morally? yes, you are correct. However, I was speaking in a legal sense.

Name:Kyle E-mail:hammk01@stcloudstate.edu Subject:Hmmm Time:Monday, January 12th 2004 - 06:21:38 PM Very interesting comments on the rights to captivity on these birds. You say they should only be pets if born in captivity. Then this should apply morally to all species, correct? I wonder if humans could then be included? Not trying to start a debate, just wondering out loud. Most of the time no one is right or wrong, but rather both.

Name:Caleb E-mail:webmaster@reog.org Subject:pictures Time:Monday, January 5th 2004 - 08:36:17 PM Enjoyed your pictures and hope to see more! ~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/~/ Check my site out about toucans @ www.reog.org

Name:Adam E-mail:toucanadam@yahoo.com Subject:Update Time:Monday, January 5th 2004 - 04:57:03 PM Hi there folks! Thanks for all the positive feedback.... and to the idiot who complained about this highly offensive site, piss off, what are you even doing here?? Anyways, I've uploaded some new pictures of sam to the meandsam directory...enjoy! -Adam

Name:Cherie C. E-mail:Bengletiger678@msn.com Subject:Toucans Time:Monday, December 15th 2003 - 11:53:24 AM I really enjoy the facts about the many toucans there are and you take such great care when telling the facts. I feel that the first bird I'll get will be tucan, and not the blue and gold macaw. I can't say for sure that the people in the complex will enjoy the macaws, and the noise that they like to make. And they can be loud when playing or scared for any reason. Don't anger the bird or else, that is all I have to say about the parrot. lol.

Name:Caleb E-mail:webmaster@reog.org Subject:Hello Time:Saturday, December 13th 2003 - 11:35:15 AM When can we expect more pictures of your toucan adam? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ my site on toucans @ www.reog.org

Name:Daniel Rose E-mail:jalenrose_24@hotmail.com Subject:nothin Time:Friday, December 12th 2003 - 10:29:08 AM Sup, if you got msn or aol, jalen5rose24, add me to your list! later

Name:meme Subject:notin Time:Tuesday, December 9th 2003 - 05:17:43 PM why do you make sucha big deal about these birds theyre just stupid birds.

Name:elizabeth E-mail:lovetoucans19 Subject:toucans Time:Tuesday, December 9th 2003 - 05:10:17 PM hi!!!!!! I love toucans i'm just crazy for them and i have one as a pet too!!! can you help me learn about them for a report? I love toucans!!!!!!

Name:grechen E-mail:lovetoucans4 Subject:toucans Time:Tuesday, December 9th 2003 - 05:07:24 PM i need help with a report on toucans can you help me

Name:Sarah E-mail:Princessa092@aol.com Subject:Toucans Time:Monday, December 8th 2003 - 07:42:16 PM I live in Boston. Where can I see a live toucan that is close to my area?

Name:Sarah E-mail:Princessa092@aol.com Subject:toucans Time:Sunday, December 7th 2003 - 05:02:07 PM Hi, I am doing a report on toucans, and all the other sources give barely any information. When I read this, I got all I needed to do my project. Maybe you can expand your website. Thank you

Name:Caleb E-mail:webmaster@reog.org Subject:Hello Time:Thursday, November 20th 2003 - 10:21:14 PM I enjoyed the new pictures of you and your keel-billed. He is very pretty and I can't wait to see more pics of him. How are you and him doing? Best regards, Caleb www.reog.org

Name:Adam E-mail:toucanadam@yahoo.com Subject:Replies to Recent Posts Time:Tuesday, November 18th 2003 - 07:43:45 PM Kate....I'm glad I could help :) Kori...I agree with you. I only advocate the domestication of birds that are already safely in captivity, whose indirect origin is a parent...or grandparent...that was imported before it was made illegal. These birds, whether their importation was wrong or not, are already in captivity, and we should make the most of their presence here by breeding from them, and them alone, for the purpose of keeping as pets.

Name:kate E-mail:private Subject:thank you Time:Sunday, November 16th 2003 - 09:23:40 PM i just wanted to say thank you for all the info.... i had to do a report and this is the only complete website i could find on toucans

Name:Supreme Master Fizzy E-mail:Funkyferret_306@hotmail.com Subject:Anything Time:Sunday, November 16th 2003 - 09:40:08 AM Someone email please!

Name:Supreme Master Fizzy E-mail:Funkyferret_306@hotmail.com Subject:Anything Time:Sunday, November 16th 2003 - 09:39:36 AM Someone email please!

Name:Kori E-mail:@netscape.net Subject:toucans... Time:Saturday, November 15th 2003 - 10:24:29 PM Hi. I am (like all of you) toucan obsessed, but I do agree that these majestic birds should be left in the wilderness. While I have no doubt that domesticated toucans make great pets, we should keep these exotic birds where the belong--in the rainforest. Hopefully by doing so we can keep these great species alive. Email me with any comments.

Name:Adam E-mail:toucanadam@yahoo.com Subject:Flight Time:Sunday, October 19th 2003 - 04:55:42 PM toucan-fan: I have checked in Toucans, Barbets, and Honeyguides by Lester Short and Jennifer Horne, which is pretty much the most information-packed reference books regarding toucans. It includes everything from detailed descriptions of visual appearance and voice, to geographic locations, habits, and breeding habits. Unforunately, I was unable to find any information on the flight characteristics. I appologize, and wish you well on your report. -Adam

Name:toucan-fan E-mail:coolcatwithglasses@hotmail.com Subject:report Time:Sunday, October 19th 2003 - 02:36:32 PM i'm doing a report on things that fly and i decided to do it on the toucan.I am in grade 6 and really need some information on the white-necked toucan.Please help.I need to know how the toucan flies ,Ineed it the easiest way so I can translate it to french (p.s ,need it by tommorow) thanks alot. toucan-fan

Name:toucan-fan E-mail:coolcatwithglassess@hotmail.com Subject:toucan Time:Sunday, October 19th 2003 - 02:24:42 PM do you have any information on how the toucan flies with low and high air pressure.

Name:Jason Lee E-mail:jasonlockridge@hotmail.com Subject:GREAT site!!! Time:Friday, October 10th 2003 - 04:23:16 PM Hi all! Just wanted to chime in...this has the beginnings of a great site! Thanks, Adam... I'm a toucan/softbill fanatic and have always been fascinated by these unique and amazing animals. I first caught the "bug" 15 years ago when a friend who owns a pet store here in Birmingham acquired a Toco...Unfortunately, I think it was an illegal import, though I'm not sure. I had a lot of contact with it, however, and knew I'd like to have one as a companion bird someday, once I could verify the availability of a hand-raised, captive-bred baby. I found Jerry Jennings, and have my Toucan on the way. I'm looking forward to sharing my experiences... Thanks again, Adam for getting this site going...

Name:anna owen E-mail:jcowen@utb.edu Subject:sick toucan Time:Thursday, October 2nd 2003 - 07:05:01 PM My toucan is sick.. Itis sitting in the bottom of the cage and will harldy eat for the last couple of days. The bird was sick when I got her 13 years ago and the problem was dietary. Also, the bird was stolen from me and was neglected for several days. I nursed her back to health, but I am sure she is not a strong bird. Does anyone have any suggestions what I might do. I live in deepn South Texas, Brownsville, and there are no avian vets. Please help. Anna Owen

Name:Caleb E-mail:webmaster@reog.org Subject:Nice Site! Time:Saturday, September 27th 2003 - 01:55:43 PM Nice site! I have enjoyed my stay here, though I would like to see more pictures of your keel-billed. If you are looking for more information on toucans and other Ramphastidae species please take a look at my site @ www.reog.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Ramphastidae Enthusiast Online Group The COMPLETE Resource for Toucan, Toucanet, and Aracari Enthusiast www.reog.org

Name:linda E-mail:toucans2000@aol.com Subject:beautiful soul Time:Tuesday, September 23rd 2003 - 03:59:35 PM my toucan is about six years old. he is very intelligent,affectionate,loaded with personality,and,is curious about everything. he flies around the house,plays ball with the golden retreiver, and insists on going with me in the car [on his car perch].i am obviously crazy for toucans!

Name:Jerry Jennings E-mail:MR2CAN @aol.com Subject:Emerald Forest Bird Gardens Time:Saturday, September 20th 2003 - 10:20:37 PM I am the director of Emerald Forest Bird gardens and would like to extend an ivitation to everyone visiting this site to also visit Emerald Forest when they are in southern California. Just eamil us, s we can send you directions. Jerry

Name:Jerry Jennings E-mail:MR2CAN @aol.com Subject:Emerald Forest Bird Gardens Time:Saturday, September 20th 2003 - 10:20:17 PM I am the director of Emerald Forest Bird gardens and would like to extend an ivitation to everyone visiting this site to also visit Emerald Forest when they are in southern California. Just eamil us, s we can send you directions. Jerry

Name:Adam E-mail:toucanadam@yahoo.com Subject:Warning! Time:Wednesday, September 17th 2003 - 12:40:38 PM Hey folks...first of all, as I'm sure you noticed I got tired of the old format of the discussion forum...I made it nice and keel-ey :) Also, a warning goes out to anyone considering purchasing a bird from an unverified breeder in California. I paid 2500 for sammy. The same "breeder" that I got him from, who already lied about whether he was hand raised or not, just posted a classified for keel babies for 1800 bucks apiece. This is a ridiculously low price, and I was pretty sure there was a reason. Well, "coincidentally"...I happened to be browsing through some classifieds, when I saw discovered keel billed babies being offered for 1700! Be very cautious of who you believe when they say they are a "breeder." Amado and Jerry are the only real breeders in the US, no matter what anyone tells you. Every place else is as good as a pet store, if you're lucky, and a back-alley unlicensed tattoo parlor if you're not. These california breeders are illegally importing birds, and selling them at extremely low prices, many times to self-proclaimed "breeders" who sell the birds at a marked-up price. A warning was released by Amado Summers recently regarding this issue. Please visit his site at www.summersbirds.com and read it at the bottom of his availability page. I'd like to thank Amado for giving the heads-up. I was angry at first that I had not waited for such a "deal", but now I'm glad I didn't. One more thing: if you are not already familiar with it, please visit the Ramphastidae Enthusiasts Online Group at REOG.ORG. It is a great site about toucans and related species.

Name:Joseph Subject:Toucans Time:Sunday, September 14th 2003 - 02:44:00 PM Interesting, Toucans are readily available in the pet trade and are captive bred, and hand fed like any other bird, but some do not know this. You think before people would speak...they would have all the facts.

Name:Adam E-mail:toucanadam@yahoo.com Subject:Leave them in the wild? Time:Wednesday, September 10th 2003 - 09:04:19 AM Jess... Where do you think your precious domesticated finches originated? Parakeets? Dogs, for christ sake? All of the animals that you think are "supposed" to be kept as pets were wild caught to begin with. Furthermore, I do not condone keeping wild caught toucans as pets. Not only is it against my morals, it's illegal. Toucans are only legal to be sold in the US if they are bred in captivity....bred from those bred in captivity, with a wild caught ancestor taking place back in the early 80's before the Wild Bird Conservation act was put in place. Please remember the origin of all of your "acceptable" household pets.

Name:jessica E-mail:jess@hotmail.com Subject:to everyone Time:Thursday, September 4th 2003 - 05:19:33 AM i think if you admired toucans as much as you claim, you wouldnt take such a rare species out of its natural habitat and keep it at your house. these majestic birds are not like finches, they are wild rainforest birds that deserve to be respected. they are born in the wild so leave them there.

Name:Vanessa Nicholson E-mail:vmfretless@aol.com Subject:Toucan overseas Time:Monday, July 21st 2003 - 04:46:49 PM Congratulations on your site! It has proveided me with valuable information and I am now thinking of buying a Toco Toucan from Emerald Forest. As I live in England, I am unable to visit the Toucans in person before wiring my 50% deposit. As it is quite a considerable amount of money, do you think this is safe? Is it also reliable to choose a Toucan chick only from pictures? Thanks for you feedback. Have fun with your baby Keel-billed! Regards, Vanessa

Name:Jim E-mail:garfield1288@yahoo.com Subject:Nice site Time:Wednesday, July 16th 2003 - 07:17:08 PM This site is sweet I love toucans but I never knew you could one as a pet. Thanks

Name:Adam Subject:Species Time:Sunday, June 29th 2003 - 07:18:17 AM hehehe...yeah there's quite a few different species...I'm getting my Keel in a week! I can't wait!

Name:michelle E-mail:mecheyme13@hotmail.com Subject:SO MANY! Time:Tuesday, June 10th 2003 - 05:35:39 PM interesting..... i NEVER knew there were so many kinds of toucans... and i never thougth they'd be legal pets (or r they?) you learn suttin new each day... (well sept the days where ur sick and u sit at home sleepin and doin nothin) but other than those days... and the ones where u just go to work and work and dont do n e htin different.... or when you (oh ill just shut up now)

Name:Adam E-mail:toucanadam@yahoo.com Subject:Forum Time:Sunday, January 19th 2003 - 04:07:16 PM This is the forum for the discussion of all things Toucan!

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