Definition

Noun A very rare Central American bird, specifically the national bird of Guatemala. It is a large, striking bird known for its long, elegant tail feathers and vibrant green plumage.

Examples

• The pharomacrus mocino is a symbol of liberty and beauty in its native country.
• Conservationists are working to protect the habitat of the rare pharomacrus mocino.
• The long, flowing tail coverts of the male pharomacrus mocino are highly distinctive.

Advanced Usage

• The pharomacrus mocino is more commonly known by its alternative name, the Resplendent Quetzal.
• In ornithology, the pharomacrus mocino is often studied for its role in cloud forest ecosystems.

Variants and Related Words

• Resplendent Quetzal: The common name for .
• Quetzal: A broader term that can refer to this species or others in the genera and .
• Trogon: The family () to which this bird belongs.

Synonyms

• Resplendent Quetzal

Noun

1. very rare Central American bird; the national bird of Guatemala