Ebird describes it as "A fairly large, long-tailed bird of lowland and low-elevation montane forest.

"[2] Its latin name ardens translates to burning, flaming, glowing, fiery which is likely in reference to its bright colors.

The International Union for Conservation of Nature has assessed this bird as a Least-concern species as it has a large range and is still locally common in some areas.

[2][6] Among Philippine endemics, this bird is relatively well known by the public as it is often featured in stamps, murals, artworks, stuffed toys, brands and viral news articles.

[7][8][9] Primarily due to its plumage and colors, the bird has been associated with the mythical Ibong Adarna from Filipino epic poems.

Also contrary to the Ibong adarna's described musical lullaby call, the Philippine trogon's voice if often compared to a laughing horse's neigh[10][11] This bird is often featured on viral news articles and posts which directly link it to the Ibong adarna.