Resplendent Quetzal

                      Author:  Francesco Veronesi 

Image: With its long wispy tail feathers  (here)

Theme: Anthropomorphic Animal and Cartoon Characters 

Q for Resplendent Quetzal,

Uniquely named Resplendent Quetzal,

Honoured as the National bird of Guatemala

Also a cherished treasure of the Aztecs and Mayan

A creature of myth and legend,

With shiny feathers of emerald green,

And its long wispy tail feathers 
A fiery red belly that glows.

A jewel of the forest a sight to behold,

A symbol of ancient wisdom and grace,

But near extinction is threatening its existence

None near enough to take over its place

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