Crested Quetzal

Pharomachrus antisianus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Trogoniformes · Trogonidae

About

The crested quetzal is a species of bird in the family Trogonidae native to South America, where it is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Fun Fact

French naturalist Alcide d'Orbigny described the crested quetzal in 1837 as Trogon antisianus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Prey such as arthropods and small vertebrates; one such item recorded was the glassfrog species Hyalinobatrachium pallidum.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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