Amazonian Motmot

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The Amazonian Motmot is a widespread and common motmot of the Amazon Basin, known for its vibrant green and rufous plumage, black mask, and the iconic racquet-tipped tail. It is a key bird of the rainforest understory.

Where to spot

Widely distributed across the Amazon Basin in South America, including countries like Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, and Bolivia. Inhabits humid lowland rainforests and forest edges.

How to spot

Listen for its distinctive, low hooting calls, often sounding like 'whoo-hoo'. Look for it perched motionless on branches in the forest understory or mid-story, often swinging its tail. Its broad bill is also a good identifier.

When to spot

Resident year-round. Most active during the day, particularly during the early mornings and late afternoons. Their hooting calls are a frequent sound in the Amazon.

Where to spot

Widely distributed across the Amazon Basin in South America, including countries like Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, and Bolivia. Inhabits humid lowland rainforests and forest edges.

How to spot

When to spot

Resident year-round. Most active during the day, particularly during the early mornings and late afternoons. Their hooting calls are a frequent sound in the Amazon.

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This species often nests in burrows dug into vertical earth banks along rivers or ravines, using their robust bills to excavate tunnels up to several meters long.

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