Rufous-capped Motmot

Baryphthengus ruficapillus

Least Concern

The Rufous-capped Motmot is a colorful forest bird of Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina. It often sits quietly on shaded perches, then sallies for insects, small lizards, and fruit, using its long tail and steady posture as part of its distinctive motmot profile. It is currently assessed as Least Concern, though intact forest, woodland, and nesting sites remain important locally.

Family

Momotidae

Group

Motmots

Range

Rufous-capped Motmot Range — Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina

Population

≈ Unknown

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