Russet-crowned Motmot

Momotus mexicanus

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About the Russet-crowned Motmot

The russet-crowned motmot (Momotus mexicanus) is a species of motmot native to north-western Mexico and central Guatemala. It is a year-round resident of the tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests and scrubland. The russet-crowned motmot is the most understudied species of motmot in the family Momotidae. "Russet" refers to the reddish-brown colour of the bird's head and originates from the Latin russus meaning red.

Source: Wikipedia

Classification

Scientific name: Momotus mexicanus
Family: Motmots
Order: Coraciiformes

Similar species

Other members of the motmots family recorded in North America — a useful place to start if you are not certain of your identification.

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