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The birds-of-paradise are members of the family Paradisaeidae of the order Passeriformes. The majority of species are found in eastern Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and eastern Australia. The family has 45 species in 17 genera.
Apr 23, 2024 · Learn about the 45 species of bird-of-paradise, small to medium-sized forest birds with colourful and bizarre male plumage. Find out how they perform for hours on a perch or on the forest floor to attract females, and where they occur in New Guinea, Australia and nearby islands.
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Learn about the colorful and dramatic birds of paradise, a family of more than three dozen species with stunning plumage and elaborate displays. Find out where they live, how they attract mates, and why they are endangered by hunting and habitat loss.
Oct 11, 2012 · Birds-of-Paradise Project Introduction - YouTube. Cornell Lab of Ornithology. 472K subscribers. Subscribed. 132K. 26M views 11 years ago #BirdOfParadise #birdsofparadise #papua. Join us...
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5 days ago · Learn about the colorful and diverse birds of paradise, which live in tropical forests of Australia and nearby islands. Find out their scientific names, conservation status, diet, mating dances, and more.
Jan 21, 2011 · Learn about the 42 species of bird of paradise, their plumage, habitat, diet, breeding, and threats. Discover their bizarre and complex courtship displays, their cultural significance, and their hybridization.
Oct 15, 2012 · The Birds-of-Paradise Projectis a collaboration between the National Geographic Society and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Read about Edwin Scholes and Tim Laman’s years-long quest in their new book. There’s also a TV documentary (and DVD), a major exhibit at the National Geographic Museum, and a lecture tour.
