Lanceolated Monklet

Lanceolated Monklet

Micromonacha lanceolata

Least Concern

Aves · Piciformes · Bucconidae

About

The lanceolated monklet is a species of near-passerine bird in the family Bucconidae, the puffbirds, nunlets, and nunbirds. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, and Peru.

Fun Fact

The largest area includes eastern Ecuador, southern Colombia, western Brazil, and eastern Peru.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits a variety of landscapes including the edges and natural clearings of primary and mature secondary forest, small forest patches, shade coffee plantations, and lowland and montane evergreen forest.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance