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    Quetzal - Wikipedia

    • Quetzals are fairly large (all over 32 cm (13 in) long), slightly bigger than other trogon species. [3][4] The resplendent quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala because of its vibrant colour and cultural significance to the Maya. Quetzals have iridescent green or golden-green wing coverts, back, chest and head, with a red belly.… See more

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    Quetzals are strikingly colored birds in the trogon family. They are found in forests, especially in humid highlands, with the five species from the genus Pharomachrus being exclusively Neotropical, while a single species, the … See more

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    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 g… See more

    Quetzal - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
    Quetzals are colorful birds with long tail feathers that live in the tropical forests of Central America. Learn about their history, behavior, reproduction, and threats in this compr…
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  1. The quetzal is a colorful bird that lives in the tropical forests of Central America and southern Mexico12345. It belongs to the family Trogonidae and has six species in two genera23. The quetzal is known for its metallic green or blue plumage and the long tail feathers of the males1234. The resplendent quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala and has cultural significance to the Maya145.
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    Quetzals are fairly large (all over 32 cm (13 in) long), slightly bigger than other trogon species. The resplendent quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala because of its vibrant colour and cultural significance to the Maya.

    Quetzal - Wikipedia

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    Quetzals are considered by many people to be the most beautiful bird in the world. They are medium-sized birds that live in the mountainous, tropical forests of Central America. There are six species of quetzal. They are most well-known for the extremely striking colors in their plumage, and the very long tail feathers of the males.

    Quetzal - Description, Habitat, Image, Di…

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    Quetzals are colorful birds that are found in the tropical forests of central and southern America, ranging from Mexico to Bolivia. There are six species of quetzal belonging to two genera; and. These birds have green or blue metallic plumage on their bodies, with a deep red chest and belly.

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    The Resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) is a small tropical bird found in southern Mexico and Central America. It is a member of the Trogonidae family and is well known for its colorful and complex plumage that differs substantially between sexes.

    Resplendent Quetzal - Facts, Diet, Habit…

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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 have two recognized subspecies, P. m. mocinno and P. m. costaricensis.

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    Resplendent Quetzal - American Bird Conservancy

    Learn about the Resplendent Quetzal, a colorful and sacred bird of Mesoamerica, and its habitat, conservation, and cultural significance. Find out how this …

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      Resplendent quetzal - Wikipedia

      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 have two recognized …

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      Resplendent Quetzal - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures …

      Learn about the Resplendent quetzal, a colorful tropical bird with a long tail and a crest, found in Central America. Discover its diet, mating habits, distribution, and conservation status.

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      Resplendent Quetzal - National Geographic

      Learn about the resplendent quetzal, a stunning bird with a long tail train that lives in Central America. Discover its diet, reproduction, threats, and cultural significance.

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      Resplendent Quetzal - eBird

      Large, spectacular trogon of humid evergreen and pine-evergreen forest in the mountains of southern Mexico and Central America. It is the national bird (and lends its name to the currency) of Guatemala. Usually rather shy, but can be …

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      Quetzal | Rainforest, Colorful Plumage, Endangered

      Quetzal is a genus of five species of colorful birds in the trogon family, native to the neotropics. Learn about their features, habitats, and cultural significance in this article from Britannica.

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      Quetzal - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and …

      Quetzals are colorful birds with long tail feathers that live in the tropical forests of Central America. Learn about their history, behavior, reproduction, and threats in this comprehensive article with photos and sources.

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      Quetzal - Facts and Beyond - Biology Dictionary

      Jul 17, 2020 · Learn about the six species of quetzal, colorful birds that live in the tropical forests of central and southern America. Discover their adaptations, behavior, diet, and conservation status.

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      Discover the Quetzal: Beauty, Habitat, and Conservation

      Sep 22, 2024 · Learn about the quetzal, a stunning and elusive bird with vibrant plumage and graceful flight. Discover its scientific classification, habitat, behavior, diet, reproduction, threats, conservation status, and cultural significance.

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      The Resplendent Quetzal: The Most Beautiful Bird in …

      The resplendent quetzal is a vibrantly colored bird characterized by the long tail feathers of the males.

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      10 Fascinating Facts About Quetzals - A-Z Animals

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      Amazing Facts about Quetzals - OneKindPlanet

    • birdful.org
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      Why is the quetzal the national bird of Guatemala? - Birdful

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      The Mythical Resplendent Quetzal of Central America

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      The Quetzal Bird Facts – Fun And Geeky Trivia

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      20 Facts About Quetzal

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      Where Are Quetzal Birds Found? 17 Interesting Facts

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      Quetzal: Guatemala’s Vibrant National Bird - SuchScience

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      What is the legend of the quetzal bird? - Birdful

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