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Golden-headed Quetzal

Pharomachrus auriceps

Least Concern

About

Golden-headed Quetzal (Pharomachrus auriceps) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Trogoniformes (Trogoniformes)

Species

Pharomachrus auriceps (Golden-headed Quetzal)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese キンガシラカザリキヌバネドリ

Chinese 金头绿咬鹃

Spanish quetzal colinegro

French Quetzal doré

German Goldkopftrogon

Portuguese quetzal-de-cabeça-dourada

Russian Золотистоголовый квезал

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Crested Quetzal

Pharomachrus antisianus

Least Concern

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White-tipped Quetzal

Pharomachrus fulgidus

Least Concern

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Pavonine Quetzal

Pharomachrus pavoninus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden-headed Quetzal?

The scientific name of Golden-headed Quetzal is Pharomachrus auriceps. It belongs to the genus Pharomachrus.

What is the conservation status of Golden-headed Quetzal?

Golden-headed Quetzal (Pharomachrus auriceps) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Golden-headed Quetzal live?

Golden-headed Quetzal is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Golden-headed Quetzal belong to?

Golden-headed Quetzal (Pharomachrus auriceps) belongs to the genus Pharomachrus, which is part of the taxonomic family Trogonidae.

Is Golden-headed Quetzal endangered?

No, Golden-headed Quetzal (Pharomachrus auriceps) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Golden-headed Quetzal belong to?

Golden-headed Quetzal (Pharomachrus auriceps) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Golden-headed Quetzal?

The closest relatives of Golden-headed Quetzal in the genus Pharomachrus include Crested Quetzal, White-tipped Quetzal, Pavonine Quetzal, Resplendent Quetzal.