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The quetzal plays a central role in Mesoamerican mythology and is associated with the Aztec deity Quetzalcoatl. The word quetzal was originally used for just the resplendent quetzal , the long-tailed quetzal of Guatemala , (more specifically the area of Northern Guatemala known as the Petén) which is the national bird and the name of the ...
The quetzal clade is thought to have spread out from where it emerged in the Andes, the resplendent quetzal being the youngest species. [9] The name of the genus, Pharomachrus, refers to the physical characteristics of the bird, with pharos meaning ' mantle ' and makros meaning 'long' in Ancient Greek. [10]
This iconic representation can be found on ancient monuments throughout Mexico. The name "Quetzalcoatl" originates from "Quetzal," a rare bird with green feathers, and "Coatl," meaning serpent. The quetzal bird was considered one of the most beautiful, and Quetzalcoatl is symbolized by the plumed serpent. [2]
The object's identification as a quetzalapanecayotl (a quetzal bird feather headdress) is attributed to American anthropologist Zelia Nuttall in her research paper "Standard or Head-dress?". [12] [13] Nuttall put forth the theory that the objects represent a quetzal bird with its wings extended, tail pointing upwards, and head pointing ...
Much of this symbolism arose with the spread of the worship of the Toltec god/king Quetzalcoatl, depicted as a serpent covered in quetzal feathers. Quetzalcoatl was said to have discovered gold, silver and precious stones. When he fled Tula, he released all kind of birds he was breeding.
The golden-headed quetzal or corequenque (Pharomachrus auriceps) is a strikingly coloured bird in the genus Pharomachrus. It is found in moist mid-elevation forests from eastern Panama to northern Bolivia. The golden-headed quetzal is known for its iridescent green colour, which it shares with other quetzals, and its distinctive golden head ...
The elements of the coat of arms has the following symbolism: [4] [1] The Resplendent quetzal is the national bird of Guatemala and represents freedom and independence of the nation. The crossed Remington rifles are the type used during the 1871 Liberal Revolution and represent the will to defend Guatemala's interests.
It includes the resplendent quetzal, the national bird of Guatemala that symbolizes liberty; a parchment scroll bearing the date of Central America's independence from Spain, 15 September 1821; crossed Remington Rolling Block [2] rifles, indicating Guatemala's willingness to defend itself by force if need be; a bay laurel crown, the symbol for ...