Open dry forest and moist tropical lowland edges.
Palm nuts are primary food, but fruits and other nuts eaten.
In southern areas, birds nest in holes in palm trees, northern birds more often in cliffs. 2 - 3 eggs are laid, but usually only 1 chick survives. Population currently estimated at 3000 birds. Our Birds Page Read our Mission Statement. The National Aviary is an accredited organization funded by the Allegheny Regional Asset District.