Keel-billed Motmot

Electron carinatum

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · 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

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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