Amazonian Motmot
Momotus momota
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Least Concern
Envergure
28,5 cm
Poids
125,0 g
Famille
Momotidae
Ordre
Coraciiformes
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À propos
The Amazonian Motmot is a distinctive bird weighing 125 g with a 28.5 cm wingspan, recognized by its racquet-tipped tail feathers and turquoise-green plumage. It perches in shaded forest understory, swinging its tail pendulum-like while watching for large insects and small lizards.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 28,5 cm | 11.2 in |
| Poids | 125,0 g | 4.41 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 29-32 days.
Taille de la couvée
3-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Famille | Momotidae (Motmots) |
| Genus | Momotus |
| Espèces | Momotus momota |
Distribution
Amazonian Motmot has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Amazonian Motmot endangered?
The Amazonian Motmot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Amazonian Motmot nest?
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 21 days. Fledging: 29-32 days.
How big is the Amazonian Motmot?
The Amazonian Motmot has a wingspan of 28.5 cm, weight of 125.0 g.
What order and family does the Amazonian Motmot belong to?
The Amazonian Motmot (Momotus momota) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Momotidae.
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