Elegant Trogon
NameElegant Trogon
Common NameElegant Trogon
Scientific NameTrogon elegans
FamilyTrogonidae
Wingspan (cm)34
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)65
Plumage DetailsMales have an iridescent green head, upper back, and breast, with a bright red belly and lower breast separated by a prominent white band. Their upperwings and back are grayish-blue, and they possess a distinctive orange-yellow bill and a black eye-ring. The underside of the tail is finely barred black and white.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a distinctive, low-pitched, mournful 'co-ah, co-ah, co-ah' or 'hoo-hoo-hoo' call, often repeated slowly.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico in the United States, south through much of Mexico, and into parts of Central America including Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.
Identifying Featuresiridescent green head and back, bright red belly, white breast band, orange-yellow bill, black and white barred undertail, upright posture
Description
The Elegant Trogon is a strikingly colorful bird known for its upright posture while perching. It typically sits motionless on a branch, waiting to sally out to catch insects or pluck fruit. Its vibrant plumage makes it a sought-after sight in its range.
