6 Birds with the longest beak

Image Credits: Google

Australian pelican 

The Australian pelican has the longest beak of any bird, measuring up to 18 inches (46 cm) long. Its enormous beak is used to scoop up fish and other aquatic prey. 

Image Credits: Google

Sword-billed hummingbird 

The sword-billed hummingbird has a beak that is longer than its body, measuring up to 4 inches (10 cm) long. Its long beak is used to reach the nectar of deep-throated flowers. 

Image Credits: Google

Toco toucan 

The toco toucan has a large and brightly colored beak that measures up to 7.5 inches (19 cm) long. Its beak is used to eat fruit, insects, and small animals. 

Image Credits: Google

Great hornbill 

The great hornbill has a large and curved beak that measures up to 12 inches (30 cm) long. Its beak is used to crack open nuts and seeds, and to defend itself from predators. 

Image Credits: Google

Shoebill 

The shoebill has a large and shoe-shaped beak that measures up to 10 inches (25 cm) long. Its beak is used to catch fish and other aquatic prey. 

Image Credits: Google

Kiwi 

The kiwi is a flightless bird with a long and slender beak that measures up to 4 inches (10 cm) long. Its beak is used to probe the ground for insects and other small animals. 

Image Credits: Google