what are the 2 subspecies of the respledent quetzal
It is well known for its colorful plumage. There are two subspecies, P. m. mocinno and P. m. costaricensis. This quetzal plays an important role in Mesoamerican mythologies. The resplendent quetzal is Guatemala 's national bird, and an image of it is on the flag and coat of arms of Guatemala.he resplendent quetzal was first described by Mexican naturalist Pablo de La Llave in 1832. It is one of five species of the genus Pharomachrus known as quetzals. The term quetzal was originally used for just this species, but is now applied to all members of the genera Pharomachrus and Euptilotis.