Todus Multicolor

Cuban Tody ... from the family Todidae ...

Todis are a family of Caribbean birds from the genus Todus, which includes waterfowl and beekeeping birds.

Todis vary in weight between 5 - 7 grams, while in length they are about 10 - 15 cm long.

They are characterized by truly uniquely colored feathers and resemble water meters in their appearance.

They have a long flattened beak with jagged edges.

They are very vocal, they create unique tones and every time they drop their voice, their throats swell.

Their wings create a rattling sound, which they use to defend the territory and to court.

They build their nests in tunnels, which they dig with their beaks and feet, on steep slopes or on a tree.

Females lay about four eggs, both parents incubate the eggs, but they are surprisingly careless. Both parents take care of the birds ... they can feed one bird up to 140 times a day, which is the highest feeding of young birds recorded in birds.

They inhabit the larger Caribbean islands, forests and wooded areas, and often live along streams.

Nature really rewards us to enjoy the beauty and colors of these beautiful little birds ...