Facts about Resplendent Quetzal Mating
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Resplendent quetzal nests are typically excavated in soft, rotting wood of dead trees, with the male playing a significant role in hollowing out the cavity.
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After resplendent quetzal eggs hatch, both parents feed the chicks, with the male's long tail feathers often protruding visibly from the nest hole entrance.
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Monogamous pair bonds form between resplendent quetzals each breeding season, with males actively competing against rivals to secure mates.
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The resplendent quetzal breeding season coincides with the rainy season in Central American cloud forests, typically beginning around March or April.
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Both male and female resplendent quetzals share incubation duties, taking turns sitting on eggs inside tree cavities they excavate together.
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During resplendent quetzal mating season, the male's spectacular tail feathers, which can exceed 60 centimeters, are displayed in aerial courtship flights to attract females.