trogon

Trogon is the common name for birds in the family Trogonidae, the sole family in the order Trogoniformes. Trogons are tropical birds found in forests across Africa, Asia, and the Americas, with most species inhabiting tropical regions of the Americas. They are generally arboreal and relatively sedentary, spending much of their time perched in trees.

Adult trogons are medium-sized to small, with compact bodies and rounded tails. Many species display iridescent green backs and bright red, orange, or yellow underparts. The bill is short and slightly hooked, and the eyes are relatively large. In many species, males are more brightly colored than females, which tend to be duller.

Diet comprises mainly fruit, supplemented by insects and other small prey. They typically forage by perching and picking food from foliage or fruit; some species will glean insects from bark or leaves. Trogons are diurnal birds that rely on the cover of forest to locate food and avoid predators.

Nesting occurs in cavities in trees, including holes abandoned by woodpeckers. Eggs are typically white, and incubation and parental care are shared by both sexes in many species. The family contains about 40 species across several genera; notable members include the Resplendent Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) of the Neotropics and the Collared Trogon (Trogon collaris) of the Americas. Habitat loss and deforestation threaten many trogon species, highlighting the conservation importance of tropical forest ecosystems.