About the Black-headed Trogon
The Black-headed Trogon (Trogon melanocephalus) 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 blhtro1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Trogoniformes |
| Family | Trogons (Trogonidae) |
| Species | Trogon melanocephalus |
| Species Codes | blhtro1, BHTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-headed Trogon belong to?
The Black-headed Trogon (Trogon melanocephalus) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Black-headed Trogon?
The Black-headed 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 Black-headed Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-headed Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blhtro1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Trogons 47 species
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Quick Stats
Trogoniformes
Order
47
Species in Family
5,580
iNat Observations
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