Blue-crowned Motmot
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Physical Description
Blue-crowned motmots, also called Amazonian momtmots, were named after the bright band on the top of their large head. They have green wings; a black face; red eyes; and a curved, short beak that is serrated along the upper edge. These birds can stand up to 16 inches tall.
Interesting Fact 1
Blue-crowned motmots primarily consume insects, particularly beetles, as well as fruit.
Interesting Fact 2
They lay eggs in burrows dug in the soil, and their young emerge approximately a month after hatching.
Interesting Fact 3
Their population decline is likely due to ongoing habitat destruction and fragmentation
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We cooperate with other members of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums to manage the zoo population of this species through a Species Survival Plan®.
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