Golden-headed Quetzal vs Atlantic Black-throated Trogon
Pharomachrus auriceps compared with Trogon chrysochloros
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Golden-headed Quetzal | Atlantic Black-throated Trogon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pharomachrus auriceps | Trogon chrysochloros |
| Order | Trogoniformes | Trogoniformes |
| Family | Trogonidae | Trogonidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 40.4 cm (15.9 in) | — |
| Weight | 188.0 g (6.63 oz) | 56.916666666666664 g (2.01 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Golden-headed Quetzal
Not Evaluated
Atlantic Black-throated Trogon
About These Birds
Atlantic Black-throated Trogon
The Atlantic Black-throated Trogon is a colorful trogon found in the Atlantic Forest of eastern Brazil. Weighing about 56.9g, it has iridescent green upperparts and a yellow belly, foraging in the forest mid-story for insects and small fruits. It nests in cavities excavated in arboreal termite mounds or decaying wood.