[Steve]

this was captured earlier this year in Costa Rica. He was pausing for a moment before heading to his nest to feed the kids. I loved the perch and how his tail crosses. Honestly, I think these are one of my prettiest birds on the planet - your thoughts?

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[Oldnintheway]

Incredible shot! Love the bromeliads also. There's nothing quite like a male Quetzal.

 

[Butlerkid]

STUNNING image, Steve! It all came together very nicely!

 

[gdecamp]

Beautiful bird indeed! Also love the perch and the dark background it makes the bird stand out! Well done!!

 

[Charles Loy]

Man o man, Superb lighting. Seeing this setting is a once in lifetime sight.

 

[Replytoken]

Absolutely beautiful shot, but I was worried by the title that you were having quetzal with your dinner.

--Ken

 

[Patrick M]

Superb image. You probably read one of Steve Perry’s books. Nice one.

 

[Butlerkid]

This is an image that one just enjoys viewing time and time again! The best Quetzal image I'VE ever seen....... Surely you will print this one?

 

[Winston Churchill (Sir)]

The gods looked upon you favourably when you shot this one. They must have liked you a LOT.

 

[Rookie Roy]

this was captured earlier this year in Costa Rica. He was pausing for a moment before heading to his nest to feed the kids. I loved the perch and how his tail crosses. Honestly, I think these are one of my prettiest birds on the planet - your thoughts?

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I agree! Beautiful bird and amazing shot!

 

[Steve]

This is an image that one just enjoys viewing time and time again! The best Quetzal image I'VE ever seen....... Surely you will print this one?

LOL, I really should!

 

[Steve]

Also, thanks for the kind words everyone I was smiling when I shot it for sure!

 

[dupcak]

This type of image makes me want to plunk down a large chunk of money and take a trip to Costa Rica.

 

[NorthernFocus]

Great image. Love the colors against that dark BG. I like subject isolation so it works for me.

 

[jeffnles1]

this was captured earlier this year in Costa Rica. He was pausing for a moment before heading to his nest to feed the kids. I loved the perch and how his tail crosses. Honestly, I think these are one of my prettiest birds on the planet - your thoughts?

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Nice shot. I really like the lighting

 

[Mark Garfinkel]

Well composed, but I wouldn't expect anything different.

 

[Rassie]

One of the prettiest birds for sure. Having been born in South Africa I have very soft spots for for the Malachite Kingfisher, Lilac-breasted Roller, and the Little Bee-eater as well.

 

[K9Kirk]

Beautiful image and bird. If birds could be, it would definitely be a princess, it's so regal and elegant in appearance.

 

[Louis champan]

Gorgeous image Steve!

 

[ChrisSinSeattle]

Steve,

That is quite a capture, not only unique, but also beautiful, and the colors

Chris S.

 

[Gaduf]

Excellent capture of a beautiful bird Steve,
Thanks for sharing,
Gavin

 

[PP_98]

Gorgeous bird and image. Perch and background make it nicely stand out.

 

[Woodyg3]

Wonderful shot!

 

[marc]

this was captured earlier this year in Costa Rica. He was pausing for a moment before heading to his nest to feed the kids. I loved the perch and how his tail crosses. Honestly, I think these are one of my prettiest birds on the planet - your thoughts?

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One of my favourite beautiful birds of the World Steve, this is stunning.
Was this a setup or natural perch?

 

[Dionigi Colombo]

Beautiful shot and subject with very nice colors