Higher classification Harpactes | Phylum Chordata Scientific name Harpactes wardi Rank Species | |
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Similar Bird, Trogon, Beautiful nuthatch, Harpactes, Rufous‑necked hornbill | ||
Ward s trogon
The Ward's trogon (Harpactes wardi) is a species of bird in the family Trogonidae. Its range includes the northeastern parts of the Indian subcontinent stretching eastwards to Southeast Asia. It is found in Bhutan, India, Tibet, Myanmar and northern Vietnam. Its natural habitats are temperate forests and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Its common name and Latin binomial commemorate the English botanist and explorer Francis Kingdon-Ward.
Ward s trogon
Description
The male has a red cap and belly. The rest of the plumage is dark red with black wings and tail.
References
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