About the Pavonine Quetzal
The Pavonine Quetzal (Pharomachrus pavoninus) 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 pavque1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Trogoniformes |
| Family | Trogons (Trogonidae) |
| Species | Pharomachrus pavoninus |
| Species Codes | pavque1, PAQU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pavonine Quetzal belong to?
The Pavonine Quetzal (Pharomachrus pavoninus) belongs to the Trogons family (Trogonidae), in the order Trogoniformes.
How can I identify the Pavonine Quetzal?
The Pavonine Quetzal 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 Pavonine Quetzal sighting?
You can log sightings of Pavonine Quetzal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pavque1, or on iNaturalist.