A large bird commonly found in tropical lowland forests and their edges, particularly in humid regions. It tends to perch at various heights, from low to high, often favoring shady areas.
Meet Lessons Motmot:
Description: Lesson’s motmot (Momotus lessonii) or the blue-diademed motmot, appears to measure between 38 to 43 cm (15-17 in). It features green upperparts, with the underparts varying from green to rufous depending on the subspecies, with the darkness of the color also varying. There’s a distinct black central spot on the upper breast, a blue crown, and a black eyemask, sometimes bordered by a pale edge at the back. The tail is predominantly green, with the lower tail displaying blue hues. The two longest feathers exhibit a unique characteristic called “rackets,” characterized by an area with missing barbs followed by an area with barbs. In some subspecies, the tip of these feathers is black. It’s important to note that the tail feathers initially grow normally, but the barbs fall off shortly after, resulting in the possibility of observing individuals of this species without rackets (feathers may also break below the rackets).
The turquoise-browed motmot exhibits evidence suggesting that the male’s tail, slightly larger than that of the female, serves as a sexual signal.
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Juveniles typically have less black on the upper breast.
Distribution: This species is found from southern Mexico to the western half of Panama.
Habitat: Gartered Motmots are commonly found near water bodies such as rivers and streams. They build their nests in hollows excavated on banks. These birds prefer to perch on branches within the shadows, whether inside forests, hedgerows, or scrub areas.
Behavior: Breeding They excavate tunnel nests in banks and typically lay clutches of 3-4 white eggs.
Diet: Their diet primarily consists of insects and other invertebrates, including snails, centipedes, and earthworms. Additionally, they consume small reptiles and mammals.
Breeding: Lessons’ motmot is known to breed in tropical forests and wooded regions. Their nesting behavior involves excavating a deep cylindrical tunnel either into a bank or a tree trunk. The female lays a clutch of 3-4 eggs and takes on the responsibility of incubating them for a period of about 22-24 days. Following hatching, both the male and female share in the care of the chicks.
Vocalization: Their song comprises a double hoot.
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The male is a stunning bird!
Its back showcases a blend of olive and brown hues.
Their namesake feature is a clear white patch!
Their plumage varies slightly depending on subspecies.
His head, breast, back, and rump are adorned with vibrant red plumage!
A bird who undergoes a dramatic transformation!
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