About the Red-headed Trogon
The Red-headed Trogon (Harpactes erythrocephalus) 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 rehtro1 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 erythrocephalus |
| Species Codes | rehtro1, RHTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-headed Trogon belong to?
The Red-headed Trogon (Harpactes erythrocephalus) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Red-headed Trogon?
The Red-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 Red-headed Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-headed Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rehtro1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Trogons 47 species
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Quick Stats
Trogoniformes
Order
47
Species in Family
1,018
iNat Observations
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