The Groove-billed Ani is a social cuckoo that lives in communal groups of 2–4 pairs that share a single nest, with all members helping to incubate eggs and care for young. The deep grooves on the large, curved black bill are the main distinction from the Smooth-billed Ani. In the US it is found mainly in southern Texas.
Best time to see a Groove-billed Ani
The best time to see a Groove-billed Ani is April–September, when about 68% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,904 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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