Trinidad Motmot

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Trinidad Motmot (<em>Momotus bahamensis</em>) is a species of Motmots (<em>Momotidae</em>) in the order Kingfishers and Allies.

Overview

Trinidad Motmot (Momotus bahamensis) is a species of Motmots (Momotidae) in the order Kingfishers and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Momotus; binomial: Momotus bahamensis; authority: (Swainson, 1838).

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Momotus bahamensis is one of 5 species in Blue-crowned Motmot complex recognized by Stiles (2009), SACC 412.

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