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 subspecies , P. m. …
Quetzalcoatlus - Wikipedia
Quetzalcoatlus northropi has gained fame as a candidate for the largest flying animal ever discovered, though estimating its size has been difficult due to the fragmentary nature of its type specimen.
Resplendent Quetzal - American Bird Conservancy
Resplendent Quetzal in flight. The Resplendent Quetzal is an unforgettable sight, with shimmering plumage of metallic blues, greens, and reds. Males also have a crest of bristly golden-green feathers and during breeding season, grow elongated uppertail feathers that form a …
A most amazing bird - the one and only Resplendent Quetzal!!
I've been trying to see a resplendent quetzal since our first trip to Costa Rica in 1986. I got a look at one in the pouring rain in 2002 but this last week ...
5 Quetzal Species Flying in Central and South America
2024年5月27日 · Quetzals are five species of Central and South American birds in the genus Pharomachrus of the trogon family: The crested quetzal (Pharomachrus antisianus) is found in western South America, including parts of Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia.
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Resplendent Quetzal - National Geographic
Young quetzals can fly at about three weeks of age, but males do not begin to grow their long tail plumes for three years. Resplendent quetzals are also known as Guatemalan quetzals, and the birds...
The Resplendent Quetzal: The Most Beautiful Bird in the World
The resplendent quetzal is not a strong flyer. They can only fly short distances at a time in order to find food and shelter. The birds must live where there are plenty of trees so they can stop to rest frequently.
The Resplendent Quetzal in Costa Rica: Top Viewing Locations
2024年3月20日 · It is an especially memorable experience to see the male Quetzal, in full plumage gliding through the forest with his gorgeous emerald tail flowing behind him. Here are the top locations for viewing the Resplendent Quetzal
Resplendent Quetzal: Mexico’s Sacred Bird - BirdNote
Deep in the forests of Southern Mexico and Central America, the Resplendent Quetzal is a sight to behold. And if you catch a glimpse of the bird’s emerald green feathers, fiery red breast and striking blue tail winding on and on, up to three times the length of its body, you might even think you’ve seen a flying serpent.