Keel-billed Motmot
Electron carinatum
VulnerableAves · Coraciiformes · Momotidae
About
The keel-billed motmot is a Vulnerable species of bird in the motmot family Momotidae. It is found in Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua.
Fun Fact
It was later referred to as Prionirhynchus carinatus but eventually was renamed Electron carinatum.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Prey in mid-air ("hawking") or from vegetation or the ground with sallies from a perch.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change