Malabar Trogon
Harpactes fasciatus
Least ConcernAves · Trogoniformes · Trogonidae
About
The Malabar trogon is a species of bird in the trogon family. It is found in the forests of India and Sri Lanka. In India it is mainly found in the Western Ghats, hill forests of central India and in parts of the Eastern Ghats. They are insectivorous and although not migratory, may move seasonally in response to rain in hill forest regions. Like in other trogons, males and females vary in plumage. The birds utter low guttural calls that can be heard only at close quarters and the birds perch still on a branch under the forest canopy, often facing away from the viewer making them easy to miss despite their colourful plumage.
Fun Fact
The feet are heterodactyl, a feature unique to the trogons, with the digits I and II facing back and digits III and IV pointing forward.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the forests of India and Sri Lanka.
Diet
Diet of Sri Lankan specimens.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance