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Lesson's Motmot

Momotus lessonii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Coraciiformes ›Family: Momotidae ›Genus: Momotus

About

The Lesson's motmot or blue-diademed motmot (Momotus lessonii) is a colorful near-passerine bird found in forests and woodlands of southern Mexico to western Panama. This species and the blue-capped motmot, whooping motmot, Trinidad motmot, Amazonian motmot, and Andean motmot were all considered conspecific.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesson's Motmot?
The scientific name of Lesson's Motmot is Momotus lessonii.
What is the conservation status of Lesson's Motmot?
The Lesson's Motmot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Lesson's Motmot belong to?
Lesson's Motmot belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Lesson's Motmot belong to?
Lesson's Motmot belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Lesson's Motmot belong to?
Lesson's Motmot belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Lesson's Motmot belong to?
Lesson's Motmot belongs to the order Coraciiformes.
What family does Lesson's Motmot belong to?
Lesson's Motmot belongs to the family Momotidae.
What genus does Lesson's Motmot belong to?
Lesson's Motmot belongs to the genus Momotus.