SUPER SURPRISE THURSDAY # 40

SUPER SURPRISE THURSDAY# 40

We’re heading back to the rainforests of Central America to meet a cute little bird with a long name! Better get your climbing gear on because these birds like the canopy! Let’s do this!

MEET THE VIOLACEOUS TROGAN!

   Range/Habitat: Southeast Mexico-Central South America/ rainforest

   Diet: Omnivore: insects, fruits, invertebrates

   Length/Weight: 9-10”/ 1 5/8-2 3/8 oz

   Conservation Status: Common

Fun Facts

• Violaceous trogans live in the canopy (near the top) of the trees.
• Male violaceous trogans have beautiful blue heads with a yellow breast.
• Female violaceous trogans are mostly gray.
• Violaceous trogans have striped tails.
• They nest in old trees or in ant or termite mounds.

These little birds are so cute and those males are so brightly colored. They must attract a lady bird!