Lyrebirds have unique plumes of neutral-coloured tailfeathers and are among Australia's best-known native birds. The classification of lyrebirds was the subject of much debate after the first …

David Attenborough presents the amazing lyre bird, which mimics the calls of other birds - and chainsaws and camera shutters - in this video clip from The Life of Birds. This clever creature is...

Lyrebird, either of two species of Australian birds (family Menuridae, order Passeriformes) named for the shape of their tail when spread in courtship display. Inhabiting forests of southeastern …

Aug 16, 2025 · The Lyrebird is described as “nature’s best mimic”. In addition to producing mechanical sounds, the male lyrebird captivates potential mates through a sophisticated …

There are few songbirds as well known as the lyrebird in Australia. In fact, outside of kangaroos and koalas, lyrebirds are one of Australia’s most well-known animals!

Jul 17, 2015 · Lore has it that in the 1920s, a young flutist adopted a pet lyrebird at his home in New South Wales, and then released it into the wild after it had learned to imitate an …

Lyrebirds belong to the genus Menura, an ancient lineage of passerine birds. These ground-dwelling songbirds are renowned globally for their incredible ability to imitate a vast array of …

Jun 3, 2023 · Superb Lyrebirds breed in April to October each year (the season is slightly shorter in the north of its range). The male secures a territory, attracting potential mates by singing …

Aug 6, 2025 · What Is a Lyre Bird? The lyrebird stands as one of Australia’s most remarkable avian species. We encounter these extraordinary birds primarily in the dense forests of …

Superb Lyrebird is found in rainforest habitats in southeastern Australia, where it forages in leaf litter for food. It has a very powerful song and is known for mimicking other species. Large …