Golden-headed Quetzal - Pharomachrus auriceps

Length 1.1-1.2 ft (33.0-36.0 cm)
Weight 5.6 oz (160 g)
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:SA
     

The Golden-headed Quetzal is found in the Andes of Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia. They mostly eat fruit, insects and small lizards.

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