Motmot

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Malvales (Malvales)

Family

Malvaceae

Genus

Ceiba

Species

Ceiba acuminata (Motmot)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ceiba

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capoc

Ceiba pentandra

Least Concern

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silk-floss tree

Ceiba speciosa

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Motmot?

The scientific name of Motmot is Ceiba acuminata. It belongs to the genus Ceiba.

What is the conservation status of Motmot?

Motmot (Ceiba acuminata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Motmot belong to?

Motmot (Ceiba acuminata) belongs to the genus Ceiba, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.

Is Motmot endangered?

No, Motmot (Ceiba acuminata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Motmot belong to?

Motmot (Ceiba acuminata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Motmot?

The closest relatives of Motmot in the genus Ceiba include capoc, silk-floss tree.