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    The resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) is a small bird found in Central America and southern Mexico that lives in tropical forests, particularly montane cloud forests. They are part of the family Trogonidae and … See more

    Taxonomy

    The resplendent quetzal was first described by Mexican naturalist Pablo de La Llave in 1832. It is one of five species of the genus Pharomachrus, commonly known as quetzals. Quetzal is usually specifically used to ref… See more

    Description

    The resplendent quetzal is the largest trogon. It is 36 to 40 cm (14–16 in) long; in the nominate subspecies, the tail streamers measure between 31 cm (12 in) and 100.5 cm (39.6 in), with the median being 75 cm (30 in) for … See more

    Distribution and habitat

    This species inhabits amidst lush vegetation, in specially moist rainforests at high elevations (900–3,200 m (3,000–10,500 ft)). They populate trees that make up the canopy and subcanopy of the rainforest, t… See more

     
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  1. The female quetzals are far less conspicuous than males. The head of the female ranges from smoky-gray to bronze tinged with green at the edgings. The breast is sometimes gray or a muted shade of red, far less vibrant than the male coloration.
    Males have iridescent green plumes, a red lower breast and belly, black innerwings and a white undertail, whilst females are duller and have a shorter tail. Grey lower breasts, bellies, and bills, along with bronze-green heads are characteristic of females.
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  2. Resplendent Quetzal - American Bird Conservancy

    These long feathers play an important part in the bird's flight display, as the male rises above the canopy, then plunges down to the female, his long, …

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    • ADW: Pharomachrus mocinno: INFORMATION

      The female quetzal is very similar in color, yet far less conspicuous than males. The head of the female ranges from smoky-gray to bronze tinged with green at the edgings. The breast is sometimes gray or a muted shade of red far less …

    • Quetzal - Mexicolore

      Jan 18, 2025 · Rare, stunningly beautiful, elusive, and limited to the remote and mist-draped cloud forests of Middle America, this bird, with its shimmering golden green and blood-red feathers, is an artist’s dream.

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      There is pronounced sexual dimorphism between male and female Resplendent Quetzals. As described above, the coloring of the males’ plumage is much more vibrant, especially the golden-green uppertail coverts grown only by males. …

    • Resplendent Quetzal - National Geographic

      Females do not have long trains, but they do share the brilliant blue, green, and red coloring of their mates. Male colors tend to be more vibrant. Resplendent quetzal pairs use their powerful...

    • Resplendent Quetzals (Pharomachrus mocinno)

      Jul 13, 2023 · Excluding its tail, the length of this quetzal is comparable to that of a Pigeon. Length: 14 to 16 in (36 to 40.5 cm) – from the bill to the base of the tail. The female’s or non-breeding male’s tail measures about 24 in (61 cm). …

    • Resplendent Quetzal - Rainforest Animals

      The Quetzal is a beautiful bird characterized by the aquamarine feathers on its head and body. In stark contrast to these feathers is the bright red plumage that is found on its breast. The male is more colorful than the female so that it will be …

    • Quetzal - Wikipedia

      Quetzals have iridescent green or golden-green wing coverts, back, chest and head, with a red belly. Their wings are suited to camouflage under rainy conditions, because their feathers blend well with wet and shiny green area. …

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