genus momotus (Meaning)
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genus momotus (n)
type genus of the Momotidae
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus momotus
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus momotus Sentence Examples
- The genus Momotus is commonly known as the motmots.
- Momotus birds are brightly colored birds native to Central and South America.
- The genus Momotus includes eight distinct species.
- The turquoise-browed motmot (Momotus coeruliceps) is the most widespread species of the genus.
- Momotus birds are characterized by their large, blue tails with elongated, racket-shaped tips.
- The rufous motmot (Momotus mexicanus) is a species of Momotus found in Mexico and Central America.
- Momotus birds are known for their unique territorial behavior, which involves elaborate courtship displays and tail-wagging.
- The Momotus genus is part of the Coraciiformes order, which also includes kingfishers, rollers, and hoopoes.
- Momotus birds feed primarily on insects, fruits, and small reptiles.
- The genus Momotus plays an important ecological role as seed dispersers in the tropical forests where they reside.
FAQs About the word genus momotus
type genus of the Momotidae
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus Momotus is commonly known as the motmots.
Momotus birds are brightly colored birds native to Central and South America.
The genus Momotus includes eight distinct species.
The turquoise-browed motmot (Momotus coeruliceps) is the most widespread species of the genus.
