Amazonian Motmot

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

Overview

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

Scientific Classification

Genus: Momotus; binomial: Momotus momota; authority: (Linnaeus, 1766).

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Change English name of Momotus momota to Amazonian Motmot with breakup of this species complex (Stiles 2009; SACC 412).

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