Bird of Paradise (Paradisaeidae)

Bird of Paradise

 

Paradisaeidae

Divas of the avian world, elaborately feathered birds of paradise, like this ribbon-tailed species, practice elaborate courtship rituals.

Photograph by Robert Sisson

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Ring-Necked Pheasant

 

Phasianus colchicus

More commonly found on the ground, ring-necked pheasants can take rapidly to the air when startled.

Photograph by George F. Mobley

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Greater Rhea: Largest bird in South America

Greater Rhea

 

Rhea americana

As the largest bird in South America, the flightless greater rhea stands at about 4 feet (1.2 meters) tall.

Photograph by Nicole Duplaix

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