Russet-crowned Motmot

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Russet-crowned Motmot (<em>Momotus mexicanus</em>) is a species of Motmots (<em>Momotidae</em>) in the order Kingfishers and Allies.

Overview

Russet-crowned Motmot (Momotus mexicanus) is a species of Motmots (Momotidae) in the order Kingfishers and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Momotus; binomial: Momotus mexicanus; authority: Swainson, 1827.

Distribution

Breeding range: Middle America.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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