Trogón Enmascarado
Masked Trogon
Trogon(personatus) personatus
Song
Masked Trogon
Appearance: Males have a black head with a bright yellow, eye-catching bill. They exhibit a metallic green upper body with a white and red lower belly and a black-and-white tail. Females have a brown head, green upperparts, and a white and brown-barred lower belly. Both sexes have a vibrant red patch under the tail.
Habitat: The Masked Trogon inhabits humid forests, cloud forests, and wooded areas at various elevations, including both lowland and montane forests. They can be found in regions like the Andean slopes, Magdalena Valley, Chocó biogeographic region, and other forested areas with suitable habitat.
Behavior: Masked Trogons are frugivorous, feeding on a diet of fruits, berries, and insects. They are sedentary birds, often perching quietly in the canopy, where they scan for prey or vocalize. These trogons are known for their distinctive calls, which include soft whistles and trills.
Breeding: During the breeding season, Masked Trogons establish territories and engage in courtship displays. They nest in tree cavities, where females lay eggs and both parents participate in incubation and feeding duties.
Conservation Status: The Masked Trogon is categorized as a species of Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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Distribution
Andean Slopes: The Masked Trogon can be found along the Andean slopes in the western and central parts of the country. This region includes areas such as the western and central Andes, where the trogons inhabit cloud forests and montane forests at different elevations.
Magdalena Valley: The Masked Trogon is present in the Magdalena Valley region that spans both the eastern and western Andes. This area provides proper habitat for the trogons, including humid forests and wooded habitats.
Chocó Region: The Chocó biogeographic region is known for its high biodiversity and extensive rainforests, making it a key habitat for the Masked Trogon. The trogons in the Chocó region are found in lowland rainforests and foothill forests with ample tree cover.
Other Forested Areas: Apart from the major regions mentioned above, the Masked Trogon may also occur in other forested areas with appropriate habitat conditions. These areas could include pockets of fit forest cover in different parts of the country, where the trogons can find food, shelter, and breeding sites.
Taxonomy
The Masked Trogon (Trogon (personatus) personatus)
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves (Birds)
- Order: Trogoniformes
- Family: Trogonidae
- Genus: Trogon
- Species: Trogon personatus
- Subspecies: personatus
Vocalization
Call: The call of the Masked Trogon is described as a series of soft, melodious notes. The call is a deep "cow-cow-cow" or "croo-crooo" sound, often repeated several times. These calls are known for their low, resonant quality and are used by individuals to maintain contact with mates, communicate within the group, or establish territories.
Song: The song of the Masked Trogon is a sequence of whistles, trills, and musical notes. Male trogons may sing to attract female mates or defend their territories. The song is a combination of clear, high-pitched notes and can vary in intensity and complexity depending on the context.
Alarm Call: When disturbed or threatened, Masked Trogons may emit sharp, rapid calls or loud chattering sounds to alert others of potential danger. These alarm calls are meant to signal alarm and mobilize group members to respond to threats or perceived risks.
Advertising Call: During the breeding season, male Masked Trogons may produce advertising calls to attract potential mates. These calls can be more elaborate, extended, and repetitive compared to regular vocalizations, serving as a display of fitness and signaling readiness to breed.
