Broad-billed motmot
Electron platyrhynchum
The broad-billed motmot (Electron platyrhynchum) is a fairly common Central and South American bird of the Momotidae family.
About the Broad-billed motmot
The broad-billed motmot (Electron platyrhynchum) is a fairly common Central and South American bird of the Momotidae family. They are nonmigratory, sedentary birds that are most frequently seen in singles or pairs. There exist six subspecies of the broad-billed motmot.
Fun Facts About Broad-billed motmot
- They are nonmigratory, sedentary birds that are most frequently seen in singles or pairs.
Conservation Status
The Broad-billed motmot is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | motmot |
| Genus | Electron |
| Species | Electron platyrhynchum |
Range & Habitat
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