Birds of Costa Rica
Trogons
There are ten trogon species in Costa Rica. The males and females differ in plumage with the males being a bit more vibrant.
One of the most famous trogons is the resplendent quetzal, a cloud forest dweller. The male quetzal is especially high on many birders’ bucket list with brilliant emerald plumage and four extended upper tail coverts that stream down up to 30 inches beyond their square tail tip. Like many a human guacamole lover, avocado is one of the resplendent quetzal’s favorite snacks.
Resplendent quetzal via @supreet_sahoo
There are ten trogon species in Costa Rica. The males and females differ in plumage with the males being a bit more vibrant.
One of the most famous trogons is the resplendent quetzal, a cloud forest dweller. The male quetzal is especially high on many birders’ bucket list with brilliant emerald plumage and four extended upper tail coverts that stream down up to 30 inches beyond their square tail tip. Like many a human guacamole lover, avocado is one of the resplendent quetzal’s favorite snacks.
Resplendent quetzal via @supreet_sahoo
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21 March 2022
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