Herend Toucan Reserve Collection
Trimmed in 24k gold
6 3/4 inches high x 5 1/2 inches long multi color fishnet
Limited Edition of 250
The hallmark of the toucan is their colorful bill and yet the origin of its unusual size (it can be almost as big as the bird) and color are not fully understood. Some experts propose the beak is used for thermo-regulation. Others theorize that the beak may intimidate smaller birds or it allows the toucans to exploit a feeding niche by being able to pluck fruit off of branches too small to bear their weight. What is known is that while the bills appear heavy they are actually hollow and lightweight and made out of thin rods of bone and keratin. Packaged in a luxury case.