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Trinidad Motmot

Momotus bahamensis

Least Concern
Wingspan
25.9 cm
Weight
112.4 g
Family
Momotidae
Order
Coraciiformes
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Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 25.9 cm 10.2 in
Weight 112.4 g 3.96 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: BU.

Clutch Size

3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers)
Family Momotidae (Motmots)
Genus Momotus
Species Momotus bahamensis

Distribution

Trinidad Motmot has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Trinidad Motmot endangered?
The Trinidad Motmot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Trinidad Motmot nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Trinidad Motmot?
The Trinidad Motmot has a wingspan of 25.9 cm, weight of 112.4 g.
What order and family does the Trinidad Motmot belong to?
The Trinidad Motmot (Momotus bahamensis) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Momotidae.

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