Resplendent Quetzal Colouring Page

Meet the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal, a cloud-forest bird famous for its shimmering feathers and two wonderfully long tail plumes. Male quetzals have a rounded crest, a bright breast and flowing green tail coverts that curl through the air as they fly between misty trees. Children can colour the head, back, wings and long tail rich emerald green, adding touches of turquoise or blue for a sparkling effect. Make the breast and belly vivid scarlet red, colour the small beak golden yellow, and use soft grey for the feet. Try deep green and lime on the tropical leaves, brown on the mossy branch, pink, yellow or purple on the flowers, and pale blue around the clouds. Keep the eye sparkle white, shade each wing feather gently, and use smooth strokes along the long tail so this beautiful quetzal looks ready to glide through its rainforest home.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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Grown-up note: Please supervise printing and choose age-appropriate art materials.