Green-backed Trogon
NameGreen-backed Trogon
Common NameGreen-backed Trogon
Scientific NameTrogon viridis
FamilyTrogonidae
Wingspan (cm)25
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)70
Plumage DetailsMales have a black head and upper breast, a metallic blue-violet band across the lower breast, and a bright yellow belly. The back is iridescent green, and the tail is dark with white barring on the outer rectrices. Females are duller, with a dark grey head and breast, and a less vibrant yellow belly.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a series of soft, mournful cooing notes, often described as 'coo-coo-coo' or 'kwa-kwa-kwa', sometimes accelerating into a trill.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Amazon Basin and Guianas, ranging from eastern Venezuela, Trinidad, and the Guianas south through eastern Colombia, eastern Ecuador, eastern Peru, and northern Bolivia to central Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow belly, Metallic blue-violet breast band (male), Black head and upper breast (male), Iridescent green back (male), White barring on outer tail feathers, Pale bill
Description
The Green-backed Trogon is a vibrantly colored bird found in humid Neotropical forests. It typically perches upright and motionless for long periods, darting out to catch insects or pluck fruit. Its striking plumage makes it a sought-after sight for birdwatchers.
