Narina Trogon

Narina Trogon

Apaloderma narina

Least Concern

Aves · Trogoniformes · Trogonidae

About

The Narina trogon is a largely green and red, medium-sized, bird of the family Trogonidae. It is native to forests and woodlands of the Afrotropics. Though it is the most widespread and catholic in habitat choice of the three Apaloderma species, their numbers are locally depleted due to deforestation. Some populations are sedentary while others undertake regular movements.

Fun Fact

Though it is the most widespread and catholic in habitat choice of the three Apaloderma species, their numbers are locally depleted due to deforestation.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range in Africa, inhabiting lowland to highland, valley and riparian forests, from tropical to temperate regions, those occurring in highlands dispersing seasonally to lower levels.

Diet

Diet consists mainly of insects and small invertebrates as well as rodents and small reptiles.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance