Pavonine Quetzal
Pharomachrus pavoninus
The pavonine quetzal is a species of bird in the family Trogonidae, the trogons. It is also known at the peacock trogon, red-billed train bearer, or viuda pico rojo in Spanish. The pavonine quetzal lives in the Neotropics, more specifically in the northern region of the Amazon basin, spreading from Colombia to Bolivia. The most notable characteristics helpful in identifying this bird are its plumage, red beak, and its distribution - it is the only quetzal occupying the lowland rainforest east of the Andes.
Where are you looking?
Select a tracking region above to ping the eBird database and reveal live hotspots for the Pavonine Quetzal.
Low-Light Telephoto Systems
Identifying specific features of the Pavonine Quetzal requires high-contrast magnification. Check out the top-rated 8x42 optics.
View Pro OpticsExpedition Prep
Targeting the Pavonine Quetzal?
Build a custom travel itinerary around these hotpot clusters using our trip planning suite.
Open Planner