🐾

Andean Motmot

Momotus aequatorialis

Least Concern

About

Andean Motmot (Momotus aequatorialis) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Coraciiformes (Coraciiformes)

Species

Momotus aequatorialis (Andean Motmot)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese タカネハチクイモドキ

Chinese 高原翠鴗

Spanish barranquero andino

French Motmot d'Équateur

German Hochlandmotmot

Russian Горный момот

Similar Species in Momotus

Russet-crowned Motmot

View all species in Momotus →

Explore More

Compare Species

vs Blue-capped Motmot vs Amazonian Motmot vs Lesson's Motmot vs Whooping Motmot

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Andean Motmot?

The scientific name of Andean Motmot is Momotus aequatorialis. It belongs to the genus Momotus.

What is the conservation status of Andean Motmot?

Andean Motmot (Momotus aequatorialis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Andean Motmot live?

Andean Motmot is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Andean Motmot belong to?

Andean Motmot (Momotus aequatorialis) belongs to the genus Momotus, which is part of the taxonomic family Momotidae.

Is Andean Motmot endangered?

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

What kingdom does Andean Motmot belong to?

Andean Motmot (Momotus aequatorialis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Andean Motmot?

The closest relatives of Andean Motmot in the genus Momotus include Blue-capped Motmot, Amazonian Motmot, Lesson's Motmot, Whooping Motmot, Russet-crowned Motmot.