Resplendent Quetzal Pharomachrus mocinno
Costa Rican Wildlife
Resplendent Quetzal
Pharomachrus mocinno
Habitat
High-altitude cloud forests (Talamanca and Monteverde).
Characteristics
Iridescent green with a red chest and an extremely long tail in males.
Fun Fact
It is classified as a vulnerable species, as it requires very specific and mature cloud forests to survive, which are sensitive to global warming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Resplendent Quetzal live in Costa Rica?
The Resplendent Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) lives in high-altitude cloud forests (Talamanca and Monteverde).
What are the characteristics of the Resplendent Quetzal?
Iridescent green with a red chest and an extremely long tail in males.
What is a fun fact about the Resplendent Quetzal?
It is classified as a vulnerable species, as it requires very specific and mature cloud forests to survive, which are sensitive to global warming.