Resplendent Quetzal vs Superb Fairywren
Pharomachrus mocinno comparé à Malurus cyaneus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Resplendent Quetzal | Superb Fairywren |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Pharomachrus mocinno | Malurus cyaneus |
| Ordre | Trogoniformes | Passeriformes |
| Famille | Trogonidae | Maluridae |
| Statut de conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Longueur | 36,0 cm (14.2 in) | 14,0 cm (5.5 in) |
| Envergure | 50,0 cm (19.7 in) | 16,0 cm (6.3 in) |
| Poids | 210,0 g (7.41 oz) | 10,0 g (0.35 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | Primarily wild avocados and other laurel family fruits, supplemented with insects, lizards, and frogs. A … | Primarily insects and other small invertebrates gleaned from low vegetation. Also takes seeds and small … |
| Taille de la couvée | 1-2 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Resplendent Quetzal
Montane cloud forests at elevations between 1,200 and 3,000 meters. Requires old-growth forest with dead trees for nesting cavities.
Superb Fairywren
Dense undergrowth in eucalyptus woodland, gardens, parks, and heath throughout southeastern Australia.
Song & Call Comparison
Resplendent Quetzal
Melodious, repetitive cooing: a series of 'kowee-kowee-kowee' or 'woh-woh-woh-woh' phrases. Male sings from high exposed perches in cloud forest canopy. Evocative highland call.
Superb Fairywren
An extremely complex, melodic song: a long series of trills and warbles delivered rapidly. Males sing throughout the day. Alarm is a sharp 'tseet'. Among Australia's finest singers.
Geographic Range & Migration
Resplendent Quetzal
Southern Mexico through Central America to western Panama. Resident in mountain cloud forests.
Superb Fairywren
Southeastern Australia from Queensland through New South Wales, Victoria, to South Australia and Tasmania.
Statut de conservation
Resplendent Quetzal
Superb Fairywren
How to Tell Them Apart
Resplendent Quetzal
Males have iridescent emerald-green upperparts, a crimson-red breast, and extraordinarily long green tail coverts streaming up to 65 cm beyond the tail. Females are duller with grey breasts.
Short, broad, bright yellow bill partially hidden by green feathers
Superb Fairywren
Breeding males have a brilliant violet-blue crown, ear coverts, and mantle with a black throat band. Non-breeding males and females are plain brown with a blue tail.
Fine, pointed, dark bill
About These Birds
Resplendent Quetzal
The resplendent quetzal was considered divine by the Maya and Aztec civilizations, associated with the feathered serpent god Quetzalcoatl. Its iridescent green plumage and long tail streamers make it one of the most beautiful birds in the world. Guatemala's currency is named after this bird.
Superb Fairywren
The superb fairywren is one of Australia's most beloved and recognizable birds, with breeding males dressed in spectacular violet-blue plumage. These tiny birds live in cooperative family groups where helpers assist the breeding pair in raising young. Males pluck and present yellow flower petals to females as part of courtship.