Is Monteverde Resplendent Quetzal Nesting Window happening right now?
As of today, past peak, season runs to ~June 30. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Each year resident resplendent quetzals in the Monteverde cloud forest enter a concentrated nesting and chick-rearing period that draws birders at dawn.
Observers watch territory displays, nest cavities, feeding visits and fledging behavior, typically tied to local fruiting and rainfall patterns.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve - Main Trails |
| Curi-Cancha Reserve |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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