About the Coppery-tailed Trogon
The Coppery-tailed Trogon (Trogon ambiguus) 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 eletro1 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 ambiguus |
| Species Codes | eletro1, ELTR, CTTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Coppery-tailed Trogon belong to?
The Coppery-tailed Trogon (Trogon ambiguus) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Coppery-tailed Trogon?
The Coppery-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 Coppery-tailed Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Coppery-tailed Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eletro1, or on iNaturalist.