Gartered Violaceous Trogon

Trogon caligatus

Least Concern

The Gartered Violaceous Trogon is a trogon or quetzal of Central American and Caribbean forest, foothill, and woodland habitats. It sits quietly in the shaded forest canopy or midstorey, then makes short flights to take fruit, large insects, and small vertebrates; many species nest in cavities or earthen banks.

Family

Trogonidae

Group

Trogons and Quetzals

Range

Gartered Violaceous Trogon Range — Resident or seasonal range in Central American and Caribbean forest, foothill, and woodland habitats

Population

≈ Unknown

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