About the Amazonian Black-throated Trogon
The Amazonian Black-throated Trogon (Trogon rufus) 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 bkttro6 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 rufus |
| Species Codes | bkttro6, BTHT, ABTT, BTTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Amazonian Black-throated Trogon belong to?
The Amazonian Black-throated Trogon (Trogon rufus) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Amazonian Black-throated Trogon?
The Amazonian Black-throated 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 Amazonian Black-throated Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Amazonian Black-throated Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkttro6, or on iNaturalist.