About the Bar-tailed Trogon
The Bar-tailed Trogon (Apaloderma vittatum) is a species of bird in the Trogons family (Trogonidae), within the order Trogoniformes. This family contains 47 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code battro1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Trogoniformes |
| Family | Trogons (Trogonidae) |
| Species | Apaloderma vittatum |
| Species Codes | battro1, BTTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bar-tailed Trogon belong to?
The Bar-tailed Trogon (Apaloderma vittatum) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Bar-tailed Trogon?
The Bar-tailed Trogon is a member of the Trogons family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bar-tailed Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Bar-tailed Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code battro1, or on iNaturalist.