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Pharomachrus Collection

Pharomachrus, also known as the resplendent quetzal, is a breathtaking bird species that captivates with its vibrant colors and majestic presence

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Pharomachrus moccino, resplendent quetzal

Pharomachrus moccino, resplendent quetzal
Plate from John Goulds The Birds of New Guinea, (1875-1888). Hand coloured lithograph

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Pharomacrus mocinno, resplendent quetzal

Pharomacrus mocinno, resplendent quetzal

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Resplendent quetzal, Pharomachrus mocinno

Resplendent quetzal, Pharomachrus mocinno, and purple-rumped sunbird, Nectarinia zeylonica.. Chromolithograph by unknown artist/engraver from Mary

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) male, Talamanca mountains, Costa Rica

Resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) male, Talamanca mountains, Costa Rica

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno), captive, Chiapas, southern Mexico

Resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno), captive, Chiapas, southern Mexico, IUCN Near Threatened, April

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) male perched on branch. Costa Rica

Resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) male perched on branch. Costa Rica

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Golden-headed quetzal (Pharomachrus auriceps) Mindo, Pichincha, Ecuador

Golden-headed quetzal (Pharomachrus auriceps) Mindo, Pichincha, Ecuador

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: DDE-90038613

DDE-90038613
Golden-headed Quetzal (Pharomachrus auriceps) Cloud forest Western slope of Andes, Ecuador. Date: 26/01/2011

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Male Resplendent Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) in cloud forest

Male Resplendent Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) in cloud forest. Los Quetzales National Park, Savegre River Valley, Talamanca Range, Costa Rica, Central America

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Golden-headed Quetzal, male perched on branch, controlled conditions, Lower Saxony, Germany

Golden-headed Quetzal, male perched on branch, controlled conditions, Lower Saxony, Germany Date: 19-Aug-17

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Pavonine quetzal, Pharomachrus pavoninus

Pavonine quetzal, Pharomachrus pavoninus (Trogon pavoninus). Head of female. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno), male and female, Talamanca mountains

Resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno), male and female, Talamanca mountains, Costa Rica

Background imagePharomachrus Collection: Crested quetzal, Pharomachrus antisianus

Crested quetzal, Pharomachrus antisianus, and collared sunbird, Hedydipna collaris.. Chromolithograph by unknown artist/engraver from Mary and Elizabeth Kirbys Beautiful Birds in Far-Off Lands, T


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Pharomachrus, also known as the resplendent quetzal, is a breathtaking bird species that captivates with its vibrant colors and majestic presence. Found in various regions of Central America and parts of Ecuador and Germany, this magnificent creature never fails to leave onlookers in awe. One such member of the Pharomachrus family is the Pharomachrus moccino or resplendent quetzal. With its striking plumage and long tail feathers, it stands out amidst the lush greenery of the Talamanca mountains in Costa Rica. This male Resplendent Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) perched gracefully on a branch showcases its regal beauty. In controlled conditions in Lower Saxony, Germany, we find another stunning representative - the Golden-headed Quetzal (Pharomachrus auriceps). Its golden crown shines brightly against a backdrop of carefully maintained surroundings. The allure continues with sightings of both male and female Resplendent Quetzals (Pharomachrus mocinno) in the Talamanca mountains. Their synchronized elegance creates an enchanting spectacle that highlights their harmonious partnership. Not limited to just one species within their genus, there is also the Pavonine Quetzal (Pharomachrus pavoninus), which adds yet another layer to this avian wonderland. Whether observed in captivity or thriving freely within cloud forests like Los Quetzales National Park in Costa Rica's Savegre River Valley, these birds are true ambassadors for nature's artistry. The Pharomacrus mocinno leaves an indelible mark wherever it graces us with its presence. As we marvel at these glimpses into their world through photographs like DDE-90038613 capturing moments frozen in time forevermore; let us appreciate how fortunate we are to share our planet with such extraordinary creatures as Pharomachrus.