About the Black-tailed Trogon
The Black-tailed Trogon (Trogon melanurus) 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 blttro1 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 melanurus |
| Species Codes | blttro1, BTTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-tailed Trogon belong to?
The Black-tailed Trogon (Trogon melanurus) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Black-tailed Trogon?
The Black-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 Black-tailed Trogon sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-tailed Trogon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blttro1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Trogons 47 species
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Quick Stats
Trogoniformes
Order
47
Species in Family
1,121
iNat Observations
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