QUETZAL

Pharomachrus mocinno (quetzal)

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Quetzal

Animal

Name: Quetzal
gender: male
Animal specie: Pharomachrus mocinno (quetzal)
Habitat: Jungle

About It

Nutrition: Omnivorous
Food Offered: Fruit
Food Qty: 0.5KG
Date Of Check-Up: January 10, 2026

Veterinary Observation

Subject: Quetzal - Appearance: Iridescent green plumage; vibrant red breast/belly. - Tail: Extremely long green upper tail coverts (streamers). - Bill: Short, yellow, and partially hidden by bristly feathers. - Feet: Heterodactyl (toes 1 & 2 backward, 3 & 4 forward). - Skin: Remarkably thin and easily damaged; requires careful handling.

Mood Animal: Well

Optional Animal Details

Male Resplendent Quetzal. Status: well. BCS: 2.5/5. Plumage: Iridescence is high; long tail coverts are intact and clean. Integument: Skin is healthy; no signs of feather cysts or parasites. Digestive: Efficient regurgitation of large seeds from wild fruits. Respiratory: Normal breath sounds; stable in high-humidity environment. Behavior: Vigilant; normal perching and nesting activity. Stable in cloud forest/jungle habitat.