Amazonian Motmot

Momotus momota

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Coraciiformes · Momotidae

About

The Amazonian motmot is a colorful near-passerine bird in the family Momotidae. It is found in the Amazon lowlands and low Andean foothills from eastern Venezuela to eastern Brazil and northeastern Argentina.

Fun Fact

Motmots trim the barbs from the central portion of their tail feathers, creating a distinctive racquet shape—and nobody fully understands why they do it.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range the Amazonian motmot inhabits the interior and edges of humid lowland forest.

Diet

Eating insects and other arthropods, small mammals and reptiles, and fruit.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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