According to the search results, several birds have large beaks, but the bird with the largest beak depends on the criteria used. Here are some of the birds with the biggest beaks:
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Toco Toucan: The toco toucan has the largest beak relative to body size, accounting for up to a third of its body surface area. Its beak is around 7.5 inches long.
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Sword-billed Hummingbird: The sword-billed hummingbird has the longest beak relative to body size of any bird in the world. Its beak can reach lengths of about 12cm, which is longer than its body.
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Roseate Spoonbill: The roseate spoonbill has a long, narrow beak that looks like a salad serving spoon. It uses its beak to catch fish, crustaceans, and insects by walking through the water with its bill partially submerged.
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Common Snipe: The common snipe has the longest beak of any shorebird. Its bills tip is flexible and allows the snipe to probe into the mud for worms and other small animals.
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Australian Pelican: The Australian pelican has the largest beak in the world, measuring around 1.5 feet long on average. Its total length is around 60-74 inches.
In conclusion, the bird with the biggest beak depends on the criteria used. If we consider the largest beak relative to body size, the sword-billed hummingbird takes the title. However, if we consider the largest beak in absolute terms, the Australian pelican has the largest beak.
