Resplendent quetzal
The resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) is a bird from Central America. It is well known for its colorful plumage.
| Resplendent quetzal | |
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| A male | |
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| Female at nest hole | |
Scientific classification  | |
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Aves |
| Order: | Trogoniformes |
| Family: | Trogonidae |
| Genus: | Pharomachrus |
| Species: | P. mocinno |
| Binomial name | |
| Pharomachrus mocinno La Llave, 1832 | |
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P. m. costaricensis | |
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| Range of P. mocinno | |
It plays an important role in Mesoamerican mythology. The resplendent quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala. It is represented on the country's flag and coat of arms. It is also the name of its local currency.
References
- BirdLife International (2012). "Pharomachrus mocinno". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Version 2013.2. International Union for Conservation of Nature. Retrieved 26 November 2013.
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