Baird's Trogon

Baird's Trogon

Trogon bairdii

Near Threatened

Aves · Trogoniformes · Trogonidae

About

Baird's trogon is a bird species belonging to the family Trogonidae, which includes quetzals and trogons. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama. The species is named in honor of Spencer Fullerton Baird, a renowned naturalist of the 19th century who served as the first curator of the Smithsonian Institution.

Fun Fact

The species is named in honor of Spencer Fullerton Baird, a renowned naturalist of the 19th century who served as the first curator of the Smithsonian Institution.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits the interior canopy of humid rainforest but also occurs at its edges, in tall secondary forest, and in shady semi-open woodland.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change