Resplendent quetzal
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The resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) is a bird from Central America. It is well known for its colorful plumage.
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Resplendent quetzal | |
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A male | |
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 | |
Subspecies | |
P. m. costaricensis | |
Range of P. mocinno |
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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.