Blue-crowned Motmot

Aulacorhynchus coeruleicinctis

The Blue-crowned Motmot is a striking bird found in the forests of Central and South America. It is known for its distinctive turquoise blue crown and long racket-tipped tail feathers. This medium-sized bird is a skilled hunter, feeding on insects, small reptiles, and fruits. It often perches motionless for long periods before making sudden darting movements to catch its prey. The Blue-crowned Motmot nests in burrows in earthen banks and is known for its unique habit of plucking its own feathers to line its nest. It is a charismatic species that adds color and charm to the tropical forests it inhabits.

Habitat: Tropical and subtropical forests