Melanotis
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Melanotis is a genus of bird in the family Mimidae. It contains the following species:
| Image | Common name | Scientific name | Distribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue mockingbird | Melanotis caerulescens | Mexico | |
| Blue-and-white mockingbird | Melanotis hypoleucus | El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico |
Etymology
The word Melanotis is derived from the Ancient Greek roots melano-/μελανο- "black" and ot-/ὠτ- "ear".
Description
The two Melanotis species are the world's most brightly colored mockingbirds.