Unusual vertebrate prey taken by neotropical birds
While typically insectivorous species may consume small vertebrates at times (e.g., Hayes & Argana 1990), the case for frugivores consuming vertebrates is even more unusual (e.g., Fleig 1998). Herein we report what is apparently the first incident of a motmot (Momotidae: Momotus aequatorialis) taking a mouse, and the first record of a Hepatic Tanager (Piranga flava) taking an anole. We supplement these observations in nature with those of captive birds where applicable
Article, English, 2003
Ornitología Colombiana.
2003