Tody Motmot
A species of Tody Motmot Scientific name : Hylomanes momotula Genus : Tody Motmot
Tody Motmot, A species of Tody Motmot
Botanical name: Hylomanes momotula
Genus: Tody Motmot
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Description
The tody motmot (Hylomanes momotula) is a species of bird in the family Momotidae. It is monotypic within the genus Hylomanes. It is found in Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. 
Size
18 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Tody Motmot primarily feeds on insects, spiders, small snails, and butterflies. They exhibit unique foraging methods, adeptly hunting these prey items in their habitat. Their dietary preference sets them apart with specialized feeding behaviors adapted for a diverse insectivorous diet.
Habitat
The tody Motmot thrives in humid evergreen forests, particularly favoring areas along ravines. This species habituates across a range of altitudes, but is most commonly observed up to 1850 meters above sea level. Its presence is indicative of lush, verdant ecosystems where dense tree coverage provides the necessary environment for its survival and foraging activities.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
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