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	BBC - Science & Nature - Animals - Children's Zone - Amazing Animals - Quetzal
		Female quetzals are similar in colour to the males, but not as bright and they don't have trains.
		The quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala, and can be seen on flags and postage stamps.
		Their currency, the quetzal, is even named after this amazing bird.
	www.bbc.co.uk /nature/reallywild/amazing/quetzal.shtml (305 words)

	Quetzal::BSD Home Page
		The word Quetzal is intertwined with roots of ancient Mexican and Central American civilizations.
		Quetzal is a beautiful and extraordinary bird, with green and red feathers.
		A user manual for Quetzal is available at the download section of Micho's website [quetzal.pdf].
	quetzal.matem.unam.mx (379 words)

	RESPLENDENT QUETZAL
		Quetzals are known to eat up to 41 species of fruit however much of their biology seems tied not to any one species but to the fruiting patterns of a single family, the Lauraceae (Wheelright, 1983).
		The Quetzals actively carve out their nests in these rotting trees and it is surmised that the act of digging may actually play an important role in the reproductive cycle (Bowes and Allen, 1969).
		Quetzals provide a huge draw for tourists in Central America and the money tourists bring with them can provide an incredible bonus to local economies, to this end there are plans afoot to preserve even more critical habitat for Quetzal migration including corridors between existing forest patches (Powell and Bjork, 1994).
	bss.sfsu.edu /geog/bholzman/courses/Spring99Projects/quetzal.htm (2088 words)

	AllRefer.com - quetzal (Vertebrate Zoology) - Encyclopedia
		The Aztec and Maya used the 2-ft (61-cm) shimmering green tail plumes of the breeding male ceremonially and worshiped the bird as the god of the air, associating it with the god Quetzalcoatl.
		The quetzal, Pharomachrus mocino, is the national bird of Guatemala, and a monetary unit of the country is also called a quetzal.
		Quetzals are classified in the phylum Chordata, subphylum Vertebrata, class Aves, order Trogoniformes, family Trogonidae.
	reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/Q/quetzal.html (251 words)

	ADW: Pharomachrus mocinno: Information
		The male's call during this season sounds like "very-good very-good." Quetzals are hole-brooders that use their beaks to excavate holes in decaying bark, but they do not fill the brood with nesting materials such as thatch or leaves, they simply deposit their clutches on the bare floor of the chamber.
		The favored fruits and berries of the quetzal are produced by the laurel family, whose fruits resemble miniature avocados.
		Quetzals maintain a mutualistic relationship with the laurel family, as the plants depend on the bird to disperse seeds in their droppings.
	animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu /site/accounts/information/Pharomachrus_mocinno.html (1934 words)

	Reference.com/Encyclopedia/Resplendent Quetzal
		Resplendent Quetzals are considered specialized frugivores, although they mix their diet with insects (notably wasps, ants, and larvae), frogs, and fruit.
		Their iridescent green tail feathers, symbols for spring plant growth, were venerated by the ancient Mayas and Aztecs, who viewed the quetzal as the "god of the air" and as a symbol of goodness and light.
		The Resplendent Quetzal is Guatemala's national bird, and an image of it is on the flag and the Coat of arms of Guatemala.
	www.reference.com /browse/wiki/Resplendent_Quetzal (1168 words)

	Canku Ota - November 29, 2003 - How the Quetzal Became the King of Birds
		The name quetzal is an ancient Mexican term for the tail feather, which means "precious" or "beautiful " The Aztec of Mexico allowed only royalty or the nobility to use the tail plumes of the Resplendent Quetzal.
		Freedom, because a Quetzal will die in captivity; wealth, because the Mayas were traders, and quetzal feathers along with jade were their most sought after treasures.
		The rain forests are being cleared and burned to plant crops for food, with little or no regard for the quetzal or other species of animals which will no longer exist after the destruction of their homes.
	www.turtletrack.org /Issues03/Co11292003/CO_11292003_King_Birds.htm (1541 words)

	Quetzal
		This is the quetzal bird, elusive sprite of the cloud forests in the Mundo Maya.
		The jaguar, the tapir, the spider monkey and the rare pavon (a large, peacock-like bird with fl feathers and a red horn on its head) are some of the inhabitants of these humid areas.
		Quetzals are fruit eaters with a marked preference for the wild avocado of their natural habitat.
	www.mayadiscovery.com /ing/nature/quetzal.htm (737 words)

	Quetzal JPMorgan Partners
		Quetzal partners with talented managers, who themselves contribute capital to the enterprise, sharing in its risks and rewards.
		In May 2000, Quetzal purchased $30 million of Series D Convertible Preferred Stock of Blue Chip Broadcasting, Inc. On August 10, 2001, Blue Chip was sold to Radio One for $190 million which included stock and cash consideration.
		In December 2000, Quetzal purchased $25 million of redeemable preferred stock of ICBC Broadcast Holdings, Inc. On August 13, 2004, Quetzal sold its preferred stock and associated equity interest back to the Company, realizing a 2.5x multiple of investment and a generated total IRR of 28.2%.
	www.quetzaljpmorganpartners.com /portfolio.html (651 words)

	The Resplendent Quetzal
		The Resplendent Quetzal, the brilliant bird found in the cloud forests of Central America, was sacred to the Mayans and figures prominently in their artwork and legends.
		Despite its legendary history, the Quetzal (also spelled Quetzel and Quesal) is in danger of extinction, partly due to hunting of the bird for food and trade, but mainly due to destruction of its elevated habitat to clear land for subsistence agriculture.
		The northern Quetzal is a victim of a loss of habitat as a result of deforestation by the slash and burn method of the Guatemalan peasant for subsistance agriculture.
	www.american.edu /TED/QUETZAL.HTM (2211 words)

	World Music Central - Your connection to World Music
		Quetzal are the pioneers of the new Chicano Groove, a burgeoning West Coast music scene that has produced popular groups such as Ozomatli and Yeska and whose roots include Los Lobos, the Latin Playboys and the Chicano rock sounds of the 70s.
		Quetzal's self-titled debut CD, produced by the former Oingo Boingo bassist John Avila, was heralded as the "Sound of a new millennium" by critics and fans alike.
		Quetzal's line-up in 2003 is: Quetzal Flores, Martha González, Edson Gianesi, Gabriel González, Dante Pascuzzo, and Kiko Cornejo.
	www.worldmusiccentral.org /artists/artist_page.php?id=954 (362 words)

	Places & Tales - In Search of the Resplendent Quetzal
		As the national symbol of liberty, representations of the quetzal are everywhere in Guatemala.
		The quetzal, a member of the trogon family, is small, with a body about the size of a large robin, but its colors are striking: a crimson breast, shimmering green back feathers, a spiky crest, yellow beak, and, on the male birds, two or three astounding tail feathers that are often a yard long.
		Sande, who had already seen a quetzal, in Costa Rica, had had enough of the cold rain and fog, so she caught a bus back to the city.
	www.hostels.com /en/tt/quetzal.html (2370 words)

	costa rica resplendent quetzal monteverde
		Only royalty were permitted to wear Quetzal feathers which served as a substitute for the gems and diamonds known to European royalty.
		These trunks must be in an advanced state of decomposition in order for a Quetzal to be able to excavate the wood because their bills are not particularly strong.
		This is what pushes Quetzals to migrate down the Pacific slope after about July, and then back over the mountains to about 800 meters altitude on the Caribbean slope after September.
	www.worldheadquarters.com /cr/feature_articles/quetzal (873 words)

	Costa Rica, Birds
		Archaeologists believe that the wearing of quetzal plumes was proscribed, under pain of death, for use by Mayan priests and nobility: it became a symbol of authority vested in a theocratic elite, much as only Roman nobility were allowed to wear purple silks.
		The quetzal's territory spans a radius of approximately 300 meters, which the male proclaims each dawn through midmorning and again at dusk with a telltale melodious whistle--a hollow, high-pitched call of two notes, one ascending steeply, the other descending--repeated every eight to 10 minutes.
		Although the quetzal eats insects, small frogs, and lizards, it enjoys a penchant for the fruit of the broad-leafed aguacatillo (a kind of miniature avocado in the laurel family), which depends on the bird to distribute seeds.
	www.photo.net /cr/moon/birds.html (3125 words)

	About the Quetzal
		The Resplendent Quetzal is often held to be the most beautiful bird in the Western Hemisphere.
		Because Quetzals are among the only frugivorous (fruit-eating) birds able to eat these large fruits, it is thought that the wild avocados are quite reliant on them to disperse their seeds.
		This movement is extremely important to Quetzal conservation, since it requires that three distinct regions be protected to ensure a year-round food source for the birds.
	www.cloudforestalive.org /tour/qcam/quetzaldetails.htm (613 words)

	Quetzal Coffee Co. FAQs
		Quetzal Tarrazu will stay fresh for several months if kept unopened in our one-way fresh valve bag and will stay fresh for up to 4 to 6 weeks once opened if you keep your coffee in our reclosable airtight bag or another airtight container.
		The packaging we use for Quetzal Tarrazu is a durable aluminum lined material that protects the coffee from sunlight and oxygen.
		Quetzal Tarrazu is grown in San Marcos county approximately 50 minutes south of San Jose.
	www.quetzal-coffee.com /FAQs.html (1812 words)

	Costa Rica, Birds
		Archaeologists believe that the wearing of quetzal plumes was proscribed, under pain of death, for use by Mayan priests and nobility: it became a symbol of authority vested in a theocratic elite, much as only Roman nobility were allowed to wear purple silks.
		The quetzal's territory spans a radius of approximately 300 meters, which the male proclaims each dawn through midmorning and again at dusk with a telltale melodious whistle--a hollow, high-pitched call of two notes, one ascending steeply, the other descending--repeated every eight to 10 minutes.
		Although the quetzal eats insects, small frogs, and lizards, it enjoys a penchant for the fruit of the broad-leafed aguacatillo (a kind of miniature avocado in the laurel family), which depends on the bird to distribute seeds.
	photo.net /cr/moon/birds.html (3125 words)

	Resplendent Quetzals in Costa Rica 2!
		A Resplendent Quetzal's territory, spans a radius of
		Mountain people, still regard the Quetzal with awe, but are very aware of its cash value.
		Because the Resplendent Quetzals are not equipped with
	www.strayreality.com /birdingquetzal2.htm (927 words)

	Quetzal-The Flight to Freedom
		The legendary Quetzal, depicted on Maya monuments, murals in caves, ceramic pots and jade sculpted figures, continues to be a very important image in the Maya culture.
		Since it is very difficult to see a Quetzal, there is a joke in Guatemala that if you want to see this bird, you have to throw a Quetzal bill and watch it fly away...
		The Quetzals are very protective of their nests and will alternate shifts while taking care of their offspring.
	www.worldtrek.org /odyssey/latinamerica/guidebk/maia1.html (834 words)

	Quetzal - An alien picture of a Pleiadian
		Quetzal is 464 years of age, 1.9 meters (6.25 ft.) tall, blue-gray eyes and light brown hair.
		According to Billy Meier, Quetzal possesses enormous abilities, especially in the field of technology.
		He is also quite a distinguished inventor who has invented and constructed several very useful devices for Billy and FIGU, which have been of great use in the fulfillment of their mission.
	www.steelmarkonline.com /quetzal.htm (141 words)

	Quetzal JPMorgan Partners
		Quetzal is typically represented on the board of directors of its portfolio companies, but does not have involvement in day-to-day operations.
		Quetzal prefers investments that are headquartered in the United States.
		Quetzal requires a business plan to initiate any discussion of a potential investment.
	www.quetzaljpmorganpartners.com /invest.html (207 words)

	PACKETONLINE News Classifieds Entertainment Business - Princeton and Central New Jersey - Quetzal (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Named after the resplendent bird that lives in the rainforests of Central America, Quetzal mimics the vibrancy of its namesake in the metaphorical colors of its food.
		Quetzal draws a large Latino crowd, yet the menu is manageable for those who do not speak Spanish and are unfamiliar with Latino fare, as helpful descriptions are printed in English.
		A mixed grill platter (parrillada Quetzal, $18.99) consisting of hearty slabs of steak, pork and chicken is outstanding.
	www.zwire.com /site/myzwire.cfm?newsid=17314009&BRD=1091&PAG=461&dept_id=551801&rfi=6 (952 words)

	Quetzal Movies
		The Resplendent Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) is a colorful bird of the trogon family found in tropical areas of southern Mexico and of Central America.
		Although "quetzal" is used to name all the species of the genus Pharomachrus, the word alone is often used to name one particular species, the Resplendent Quetzal (P. mocinno mocinno).
		The Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) is the crown jewel of Costa Rica.
	www.junglewalk.com /video/Quetzal-movie.htm (257 words)

	Quetzal -- Pictures, Animal Facts, Habitats, Video, Sound, Wallpaper -- National Geographic
		The resplendent quetzal is an aptly named bird that many consider among the world's most beautiful.
		Young quetzals can fly at about three weeks of age, but males do not begin to grow their long tail plumes for three years.
		Resplendent quetzals are also known as Guatemalan quetzals, and the birds are the symbol of that nation.
	www3.nationalgeographic.com /animals/birds/quetzal.html (364 words)

	Singing Stairs - acoustical expert claims Mayans designed echo in temple to resemble call of quetzal bird - Brief ...
		Lubman's theory of quetzal homage has evoked a dissonant echo from Maya scholars who say it is out of tune with much of what is known about ancient Mayan culture and construction.
		More at issue is to what extent the Maya were enamored of the quetzal and inclined to use their skills toward such goals as birdlike echoes.
		Lubman retorts that Quetzalcoatl is half quetzal, so it is not such a stretch to think that the Maya highly honored the bird half.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m1200/is_3_155/ai_53705994 (895 words)

	Quetzal -- Pictures, Animal Facts, Habitats, Video, Sound, Wallpaper -- National Geographic
		The resplendent quetzal is an aptly named bird that many consider among the world's most beautiful.
		Resplendent quetzals are also known as Guatemalan quetzals, and the birds are the symbol of that nation.
		Watch a resplendent quetzal bird in flight in the rain forests of Guatemala.
	channel.nationalgeographic.com /animals/birds/quetzal.html (364 words)

	Quetzal Project
		PEQ is a Guatemalan non-for-profit private organization dedicated to the preservation and conservation of the cloud forest habitat of the Quetzal.
		The Project involves work with the Q'eqchi residents of the region in order to promote the sustainable use of natural resources, identify sources of non-agricultural income and to raise awareness of the value of the cloud forest through environmental education programs in the village schools in the Sierras.
		Proyecto Ecológico Quetzal is under the executive direction of Asociación Biósfera y Desarrollo Agricola Sostenible (BIDAS), a Guatemalan environmental nonprofit organization.
	www.ecotourism-adventure.com /quetzal.htm (600 words)

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