Byron Mann plays a preening, boastful bird in a Latin American story about learning there's no 'I' in team. The story follows a group of birds who must prepare for an approaching storm, but the arrogant Mottmott is too preoccupied with his fabulous tail to help. He soon realizes the consequences of his selfishness when he is left stranded in the storm and loses his beautiful tail feathers. The Clock Bird finds a new home in the forest and teaches the importance of teamwork.
Valuing appearances over substance can lead to negative consequences.
Deep dives
The Mottmott's unique appearance and nickname as the Clock Bird
The Mottmott is a colorful bird with a distinctive tail that resembles a lollipop or a pendulum. Its bare feathers at the spine gave it the nickname "Clock Bird" due to the way it swings its long, skinny tail.
Mottmott's arrogance and refusal to help during the storm
Mottmott was always bragging about his beautiful tail and refused to help build a shelter or gather food for the upcoming storm. Believing his tail was too precious to get dirty, Mottmott lounged in a tree while the other birds prepared for the storm.
The humbling experience and transformation of Mottmott
After getting caught in the storm and losing most of his tail feathers, Mottmott realized the true value of teamwork and humility. He retreated to a secluded spot and made it his new home, learning to think with his heart rather than his tail.