Amazonian Trogon

Amazonian Trogon

Trogon ramonianus

Not Evaluated
Weight
47.0 g
Family
Trogonidae
Order
Trogoniformes

The Amazonian Trogon (Trogon ramonianus) is a bird species in the family Trogonidae (trogons & quetzals), within the order Trogoniformes (trogons). Recorded measurements include a weight of 47 g.

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The Amazonian Trogon is a trogon weighing around 47 g, inhabiting humid forest in the Amazon Basin. Like other members of family Trogonidae, it sits motionless for long periods before sallying to pluck fruit or catch insects.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Weight 47.0 g 1.66 oz

Habitat & Range

Behavior & Breeding

Clutch Size

2-3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Trogoniformes (Trogons)
Family Trogonidae (Trogons & Quetzals)
Genus Trogon
Species Trogon ramonianus

Distribution

Amazonian Trogon has been recorded in 4 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the Amazonian Trogon?
The Amazonian Trogon has a weight of 47.0 g.
What order and family does the Amazonian Trogon belong to?
The Amazonian Trogon (Trogon ramonianus) belongs to the order Trogoniformes and the family Trogonidae.

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