Golden-headed Quetzal
Golden-headed Quetzal
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The Golden-headed Quetzal is a stunning bird with iridescent green plumage, a vibrant red belly, and a distinctive golden-bronze head. It is a jewel of the cloud forests in Central and South America.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane and cloud forests at high elevations, from Panama through the Andes of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
How to spot
Listen for its soft, low hooting calls. Look for it perched motionless in the mid-story or canopy of mossy cloud forests, often near fruiting trees.
When to spot
Diurnal, most active at dawn and dusk. Can be seen throughout the day, often sitting quietly in the mid-story.
Where to spot
Inhabits humid montane and cloud forests at high elevations, from Panama through the Andes of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
How to spot
Listen for its soft, low hooting calls. Look for it perched motionless in the mid-story or canopy of mossy cloud forests, often near fruiting trees.
When to spot
Diurnal, most active at dawn and dusk. Can be seen throughout the day, often sitting quietly in the mid-story.
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Like other quetzals, this species primarily feeds on fruits, especially those of the avocado family, playing a crucial role in seed dispersal.
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