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Blue-diademed Motmot
Momotus lessonii
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Least Concern
Wingspan
27.6 cm
Weight
112.5 g
Family
Momotidae
Order
Coraciiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.6 cm | 10.9 in |
| Weight | 112.5 g | 3.97 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 29-32 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Momotidae (Motmots) |
| Genus | Momotus |
| Species | Momotus lessonii |
Distribution
Blue-diademed Motmot has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue-diademed Motmot endangered?
The Blue-diademed Motmot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Blue-diademed Motmot nest?
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 29-32 days.
How big is the Blue-diademed Motmot?
The Blue-diademed Motmot has a wingspan of 27.6 cm, weight of 112.5 g.
What order and family does the Blue-diademed Motmot belong to?
The Blue-diademed Motmot (Momotus lessonii) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Momotidae.
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