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This is an excellent example of convergent evolution. Although the hornbill family (xx) and the toucan/toucanet family (yy) are not closely related, the two groups of birds have evolved remarkably similar, elongated bills to zzz.

Emerald Toucanet, little cousin of toucans, Costa Rica Emerald toucanet
Red-Billed Hornbill, Tanzania Hornbill

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