Collared Trogon
NameCollared Trogon
Common NameCollared Trogon
Scientific NameTrogon collaris
FamilyTrogonidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)25
Weight (g)56
Plumage DetailsMales have a black face, a bright yellow bill, and an iridescent green head, back, and upper breast. A prominent white band separates the green breast from a vibrant red belly. The undertail is finely barred black and white.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a series of soft, mournful coos, often described as 'coo-coo-coo' or 'kwa-kwa-kwa' notes, delivered slowly and deliberately.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in humid tropical and subtropical forests from southern Mexico through Central America and across northern South America, extending south to Bolivia and southeastern Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent green upperparts, Red belly with a white breast band, Black face with a bright yellow bill, Finely barred black and white undertail, Upright perching posture
Description
The Collared Trogon is a strikingly colorful bird found in humid tropical and subtropical forests. It typically perches upright and motionless for long periods, then sallies out to catch insects or pluck fruit from vegetation.
