Malabar Trogon
Malabar Trogon
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The Red-naped Trogon is a stunning bird with iridescent green upperparts, a red belly, and a distinctive red patch on the nape. It is a striking resident of Southeast Asian rainforests.
Where to spot
Inhabits lowland and montane evergreen forests, from primary to degraded, across parts of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Borneo.
How to spot
Listen for its soft, mournful calls. Look for it perched upright and motionless in the forest mid-story. The red nape patch is a key identifying feature.
When to spot
Diurnal, active throughout the day, though often inconspicuous.
Where to spot
Inhabits lowland and montane evergreen forests, from primary to degraded, across parts of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Borneo.
How to spot
Listen for its soft, mournful calls. Look for it perched upright and motionless in the forest mid-story. The red nape patch is a key identifying feature.
When to spot
Diurnal, active throughout the day, though often inconspicuous.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This trogon's nest is often a shallow cavity excavated into soft, rotting wood or a tree stump, allowing them to breed in diverse forest environments.
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