Hello, I'm a Toucan
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Did you know a toucan’s bill is four times the size of its head? But you might be surprised by how lightweight and strong it is.
And did you know that toucans use their bills to keep cool when it’s hot outside, by increasing blood flow from the rest of their body to maintain the perfect temperature? You can’t get much cooler than that. But did you also know the toucan is endangered and needs our help? With humans chopping down rainforests and taking toucans from their homes to make them pets, these unique birds need our protection more than ever. Learn all about what people are doing to help and find out how you can help, too! “Wild, fun, and truly eye-opening, Meet the Wild Things gets us up close and personal with some of the world’s most amazing creatures. With this series, Hayley and John Rocco are doing more than entertaining our kids—they’re inspiring them to care about the future of our planet.” —Brad Meltzer, bestselling author of the Ordinary People Change the World series
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Meet the ExpertsDr. Janet Sandi Carmiol is the dynamic Veterinarian Director at Toucan Rescue Ranch, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to her role. She earned her DMV from Escuela de Medicina y Cirugía Veterinaria San Francisco de Asís in 2006 and honed her skills at Aviarios Sloth Sanctuary and the Dallas World Aquarium. Following internships at Wimberley Veterinary Clinic and consulting for Playa Bonita Zoo. Born and raised in Costa Rica, Janet opened her own veterinary clinic in San José in 2008. At TRR, she has been pivotal since the program’s inception in 2007, helping Leslie establish the medical program and caring for the first rescued mammal, a two-fingered sloth named Millie.Janet expertly supports the Animal Care team with the health of all animals, overseeing medical decisions, surgeries, and adherence to MINAE protocols.
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