Diard's Trogon
NameDiard's Trogon
Common NameDiard's Trogon
Scientific NameHarpactes diardii
FamilyTrogonidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)32
Weight (g)75
Plumage DetailsThe male Diard's Trogon has a deep purplish-blue head, black face and throat, and a bright red breast and belly separated by a white band. Its back is rufous-brown, and the wings are finely vermiculated grey and black. The long tail is rufous-brown with black tips. Females are duller, with a yellowish-brown head and underparts.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is typically a series of soft, mournful coos or hoots, often described as 'tau-wau' or a repetitive 'ko-ko-ko-ko'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo, inhabiting lowland primary and secondary evergreen rainforests.
Identifying FeaturesVibrant plumage (male: purple head, black face, red belly), Long, graduated rufous-brown tail, Upright perching posture, Finely vermiculated grey and black wings, Distinctive white breast band (male)
Description
The Diard's Trogon is a strikingly colorful bird found in the lowland rainforests of Southeast Asia. Males exhibit vibrant plumage, often perching motionless for extended periods while scanning for insects. They are typically shy and difficult to spot despite their bright colors.
