About the Philippine Trogon
The Philippine Trogon (Harpactes ardens) 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 phitro1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Trogoniformes |
| Family | Trogons (Trogonidae) |
| Species | Harpactes ardens |
| Species Codes | phitro1, PHTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Trogon belong to?
The Philippine Trogon (Harpactes ardens) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Trogon?
The Philippine 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 Philippine Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phitro1, or on iNaturalist.