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Since 1990
Leaders in Toucan CareCaring for nature's boldest beaks since 1990 through breeding, research, and conservation initiatives.
For the Love of Birds
Tucked away on forty acres of riparian woodlands in the hills of Fallbrook, California, Emerald Forest Bird Gardens holds one of the largest private collections of toucans and other exotic birds in the world. Featured in numerous newspaper and magazine articles, Emerald Forest is internationally recognized as a leading authority in the care and husbandry of toucans, toucanets, and aracaris. Renowned for our extraordinary breeding success, we offer toucans and other birds to zoos, breeders, and pet bird owners around the world.
Emerald Forest Bird Gardens prides itself on providing the highest level of care for all ramphastids, established through decades of research and development. Grown out of a love for these magnificent birds, we are dedicated to sharing our knowledge and expertise with everyone, so that toucans may thrive under the care of humans everywhere.
Learn About Toucans
Explore our educational resources including books and articles that provide detailed information on a variety of toucan topics.
Purchase a Toucan
Review our buyer's guide to help you make an informed and ethical decision when choosing a toucan or breeding facility.
Care for Your Toucan
View our comprehensive toucan care guide to find a wealth of information on how to properly care for your companion.
The Gold Standard
At Emerald Forest Bird Gardens, we believe our birds deserve the very best. We operate on a birds-first policy — everything we do revolves around their health and happiness, safety, and overall well-being.
Emerald Forest Bird Gardens is a MAP certified closed breeding facility, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all our birds.
Learn About Our Standard Of Care
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Toucan Species
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First Breeding Awards
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Years of Experience
Customer Testimonials
We decided to adopt a Toucan (male Green Aracari) from Jerry Jennings at Emerald Forest Bird Gardens. When our bird arrived, the first thing I saw was a beautiful colorful beak poking through the carrier door. The name Pokey seemed perfect. Thank you Jerry for such a great bird and we look forward to our next sweetie to arrive.
If there was such a thing as Veterinarians grading bird breeding facilities like they do with restaurants, I would give Emerald Forest Bird Gardens an A+. So as an animal lover and as a Veterinarian I would recommend anyone to put their trust on Emerald Forest Bird Garden's birds. My wife and I certainly do.
I was ecstatic when I saw [my Toco Toucan]. I couldn’t believe he was here. He was absolutely beautiful. I would like to extend my many thanks to Jerry Jennings and his Staff at Emerald Forest Bird Gardens for making my dream of owning one of the most beautiful exotic birds in the world a reality. Thank you very much!