The resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) is a small bird found in Central America. Males grow ostentatious tail feathers during mating season, that can reach up to one meter in length. Quetzal birds were considered sacred by the Aztecs and Incas, serving as a template for gods like Quetzalcoatl.
Or in short: They are very pretty to look at :ablobhype:
Photography by 'Mario Wong'.

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@Yasha Wow, I can see why they could be seen as a Quetzalcoatl! 😮

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