Russet-crowned Motmot
Russet-crowned Motmot
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The Russet-crowned Motmot is a colorful motmot endemic to western Mexico. It is easily recognized by its distinctive rufous-orange crown, green body, and the characteristic racquet-tipped tail feathers.
Where to spot
Endemic to western Mexico, inhabiting humid deciduous and semi-deciduous forests, thorn scrub, and riparian woodlands along the Pacific slope.
How to spot
Listen for its characteristic 'hoot-hoot' or 'coo-coo' calls. Look for it perching quietly on branches within the forest mid-story, often flicking its tail. Patience and good binoculars are helpful in spotting this colorful bird.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the day, particularly at dawn and dusk when they are often vocal. Breeding season (spring/summer) might offer more opportunities.
Where to spot
Endemic to western Mexico, inhabiting humid deciduous and semi-deciduous forests, thorn scrub, and riparian woodlands along the Pacific slope.
How to spot
Listen for its characteristic 'hoot-hoot' or 'coo-coo' calls. Look for it perching quietly on branches within the forest mid-story, often flicking its tail. Patience and good binoculars are helpful in spotting this colorful bird.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the day, particularly at dawn and dusk when they are often vocal. Breeding season (spring/summer) might offer more opportunities.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Like other motmots, the Russet-crowned Motmot will often swing its long, racquet-tipped tail back and forth like a pendulum when perched, a unique behavior among birds.
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