Amazonian Motmot
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).
