About Trogons

Overview

Trogoniformes are the trogons, a family (Trogonidae) of 47 gorgeously coloured, sedentary forest birds of the tropics of the Americas, Africa and Asia. They have soft, often iridescent plumage, a specialised tooth-edged bill and feet with the first and second toes turned backwards. Trogons nest in tree cavities and feed on fruit and insects. The quetzals are among the most celebrated.

Classification

The order Trogons (Latin: TROGONIFORMES) comprises 1 families and roughly 47 living species. It is one of 44 orders that make up the class Aves.

Diversity & Distribution

Trogoniformes are the trogons, a family (Trogonidae) of 47 gorgeously coloured, sedentary forest birds of the tropics of the Americas, Africa and Asia.

Notable Families

Trogons and others.