Fiery-Throated Hummingbird in flight

The main purpose for visiting Paraiso Quetzal Lodge was to look for what has been called the 'most beautiful bird in the world'; the Resplendent Quetzal.

We tried many different locations, including their favoured Avocado trees which they love to eat, but unfortunately didn't have much luck.

So we tried a different area; the Savegre Valley. About half way down a steep and winding road we noticed three people at the roadside with a spotting scope. It turned out they were looking at a Quetzal!

Photographically speaking none were in a great position, but given our luck I tried to make do with the circumstances and I'm happy with the two photos below. On high spirits we continued to our lunch stop, the Havana Restaurant, only to find another two Quetzals right by a viewing platform! Again, not great for photography but I wasn't complaining after no joy the previous two mornings.