Toucanets and aracaris are smaller versions of the large toucans. Personalities and behaviors are so similar as to negate the need for individual description. Differences are in size and color, as well as cost. The smaller toucenets and aracaris are much less expensive than the large toucans. If a pet quality bird is desired, a handfed youngster is the most suitable.
Toucans make excellent pets.
They are very intelligent, alert, and curious. They can easily be taught tricks, including rolling over, playing catch with a small ball, free flying and taking objects from one person to another, etc. They are as trainable as a parrot and only your imagination will determine the limits of their capabilities. Pet toucans also will gladly ride around on your shoulder. They love to be scratched on the back of the head, and will enjoy cuddling just like a cockatoo.