Golden-headed Quetzal

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bird
gptkbp:adult_plumage brown and mottled
long tail feathers
shorter tail feathers
gptkbp:appearance iridescent green and blue plumage
duller green and brown plumage
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in pairs
gptkbp:breeding_season March to July
gptkbp:call melodious whistle
gptkbp:clutch_size 2 to 4 eggs
gptkbp:coloration golden head and throat
gptkbp:conservation_efforts habitat protection initiatives
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance gptkb:national_symbol_of_Guatemala
gptkbp:diet fruits
gptkbp:egg_color gptkb:white
gptkbp:egg_size 2-4
gptkbp:family gptkb:Trogonidae
gptkbp:first_described_by 1830
gptkbp:fledging_period about 3 weeks
gptkbp:flight_style gliding and flapping
gptkbp:foraging_behavior early morning and late afternoon
gleaning insects and fruits
gptkbp:genus Pharomachrus
gptkbp:habitat tropical rainforests
high elevation forests
gptkbp:habitat_preference moist, dense forests
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Golden-headed Quetzal
gptkbp:length 30-35 cm
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:mating_system aerial displays
gptkbp:migration non-migratory
gptkbp:native_range gptkb:Central_America
gptkbp:nest_location in tree holes
gptkbp:nesting tree cavities
about 3 weeks
female builds nest
gptkbp:predators snakes and birds of prey
gptkbp:research_status studied for ecological role.
gptkbp:social_behavior often seen alone or in pairs
gptkbp:social_structure monogamous
gptkbp:song varied and complex
gptkbp:species gptkb:Pharomachrus_auriceps
gptkbp:subspecies gptkb:Pharomachrus_auriceps_auriceps
gptkb:Pharomachrus_auriceps_costaricensis
gptkb:Pharomachrus_auriceps_guatemalensis
gptkb:Pharomachrus_auriceps_salvini
gptkbp:tail_length up to 20 cm
gptkbp:territorial_behavior defends nesting area
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:vision excellent color vision
gptkbp:vocalization distinctive calls
gptkbp:weight 150-200 g
gptkbp:wingspan 50-60 cm
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Pharomachrus_auriceps
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6