Male Resplendent Quetzal Pharomachrus mocinno in Costa Rica

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Resplendent Quetzal photographed in the Savegre valley of Costa Rica near San Gerardo de Dota. The Resplendent Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) is a bird in the trogon family. It is found from southern Mexico to western Panama (unlike the other quetzals of the genus Pharomachrus, which are found in South America and eastern Panama). It is well known for its colorful plumage. There are two subspecies, P. m. mocinno and P. m. costaricensis. This quetzal plays an important role in Mesoamerican mythologies. The Resplendent Quetzal is Guatemala's national bird, and an image of it is on the flag and coat of arms of Guatemala. It is also the name of the local currency (abbreviation GTQ).

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Size: 3264px × 4896px
Location: Savegre Valley, San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica, Central America
Photo credit: © Kit Day / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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