About the Ecuadorian Trogon
The Ecuadorian Trogon (Trogon mesurus) 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 bkttro2 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 mesurus |
| Species Codes | bkttro2, ECTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ecuadorian Trogon belong to?
The Ecuadorian Trogon (Trogon mesurus) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Ecuadorian Trogon?
The Ecuadorian 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 Ecuadorian Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Ecuadorian Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkttro2, or on iNaturalist.