About the Rufous-capped Motmot
The rufous-capped motmot is a species of bird in the family Momotidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Motmots (Momotidae) |
| Species | Baryphthengus ruficapillus |
| Species Codes | rucmot2, RCMO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-capped Motmot belong to?
The Rufous-capped Motmot (Baryphthengus ruficapillus) belongs to the Motmots family (Momotidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-capped Motmot?
The rufous-capped motmot is a species of bird in the family Momotidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay....
Where can I report a Rufous-capped Motmot sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-capped Motmot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rucmot2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Motmots 14 species
More Birds in Order Coraciiformes
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Quick Stats
Coraciiformes
Order
14
Species in Family
681
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