About the Slaty-tailed Trogon
The Slaty-tailed Trogon (Trogon massena) 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 slttro1 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 massena |
| Species Codes | slttro1, STTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Slaty-tailed Trogon belong to?
The Slaty-tailed Trogon (Trogon massena) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Slaty-tailed Trogon?
The Slaty-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 Slaty-tailed Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Slaty-tailed Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code slttro1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Trogons 47 species
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Quick Stats
Trogoniformes
Order
47
Species in Family
4,321
iNat Observations
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