Choco Trogon

Overview

The Chocó trogon (Trogon comptus), also known as the white-eyed trogon or blue-tailed trogon, is a species of bird in the family Trogonidae. It is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, although its population is believed to be decreasing.

Identification

• Males feature a yellow bill, black face and throat, and a striking white eye, with green plumage on the crown, back, and breast that has a bluish tinge.
• Females differ significantly by having a slaty maxilla and a gray head, back, breast, and upper belly.
• Approximately 28 cm long and weighing around 104 g, the male's rump is purplish blue with a red belly and vent area.
• The song is described as a slow repetition of 7-15 'cow' notes, accompanied by a fast 'krr-krr-krr' call.

Habitat

Found in Colombia and Ecuador, this species ranges from Colombia's northern Antioquia and northeastern Chocó Departments south into northwestern Ecuador's Pichincha Province. It inhabits the interior and edges of humid and wet forest, favouring hilly terrain from sea level to 1,800 m.

Diet

Stomach content analysis has provided evidence that the Chocó trogon consumes fruits and arthropods. Little else is known about its specific foraging behaviour or diet.

Did you know?

The species is also commonly referred to as the white-eyed trogon or blue-tailed trogon.