Turquoise-browed Motmot

Eumomota superciliosa

The Turquoise-browed Motmot is a striking bird found in Central America. It is known for its distinctive racket-shaped tail and vibrant plumage. This species primarily feeds on insects, small reptiles, and fruits, and is often observed perched in the forest canopy. The Turquoise-browed Motmot is known for its unique call, a series of low hoots followed by a distinctive 'ta-daaa' sound. It nests in burrows in earthen banks and is known for its characteristic behavior of swinging its tail from side to side. This species plays an important role in the ecosystem as a seed disperser and predator of small vertebrates.

Habitat: Tropical forests and woodland