Rufous-capped Motmot
A species of Rufous Motmots Scientific name : Baryphthengus ruficapillus Genus : Rufous Motmots
Rufous-capped Motmot, A species of Rufous Motmots
Botanical name: Baryphthengus ruficapillus
Genus: Rufous Motmots
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Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen 
Description
The rufous-capped motmot (Baryphthengus ruficapillus) is a species of bird in the Momotidae family. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest, subtropical or tropical moist montane forest, and heavily degraded former forest. 
Size
42 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Rufous-capped Motmot predominantly consumes large insects, spiders, molluscs, small reptiles and mammals, birds, and fruit. Their young are fed with a similar variety. Rufous-capped Motmot follows army ants for prey and joins mixed-species flocks, showcasing their adaptive foraging behaviors.
Habitat
Rufous-capped Motmot thrives in dense primary lowland and gallery forests, particularly those that are in proximity to watercourses. The species is characteristically associated with lush, tropical and subtropical environments, displaying a preference for regions with rich vegetation and ample shelter provided by the forest canopy.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen 
Scientific Classification
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