Jamaican Tody

Jamaican Tody by Charles J. Sharp

Scientific Name: Todus todus

Other Common Names: Rasta Bird

Range: Jamaica

Habitat: Dry & Wet Forests

Breeding Season: December - July

Conservation Status: Least Concern

Description

The Jamaican Tody is an endemic bird of Jamaica and the only species of its genus that can be found on the island.

It is a small bird with a bright green plumage with a long red bill and red throat and a short tail.

Jamaican Todies are generally 9 - 10.80 cm in length. Due to its colouring and size the Jamaican Tody can often be difficult to see.

Range

Jamaica

Habitat

Jamaican Todies are mostly abundant in woody areas and can be found over a variety of habitats such as Wet, Mesic and Dry Forest as well as Dry Coastal Areas.

Diet

The tody mostly feeds on insects and fruits.

Breeding Season

December - July

Conservation Status

Least Concern

The Jamaican Tody is widespread and common across the island.