The Resplendent Quetzal, native to Central America, is indeed splendid. The name, quetzal comes from the Aztec word “quetzalli” which means precious or beautiful.
It is sometimes called “The Rare Jewel Bird of the World” by people native to Central America. This bird is closely associated with the snake
god Quetzalcoatl.
The bird was sacred to the ancient Maya population and it figures prominently in Mayan artwork and legends. The colorful feathers of the
quetzal were worn by royalty and priests during ceremonies. In Mayan times it was forbidden to kill it.
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