About the Bare-cheeked Trogon
The Bare-cheeked Trogon (Apaloderma aequatoriale) 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 bactro1 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 aequatoriale |
| Species Codes | bactro1, BCTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bare-cheeked Trogon belong to?
The Bare-cheeked Trogon (Apaloderma aequatoriale) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Bare-cheeked Trogon?
The Bare-cheeked 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 Bare-cheeked Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Bare-cheeked Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bactro1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Trogons 47 species
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Quick Stats
Trogoniformes
Order
47
Species in Family
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