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Illustration of a greater bird-of-paradise, Paradisaea apoda, perched on a branch, showing its vibrant reddish-brown body, yellow head, green throat, and long, flowing yellow and pink tail feathers.
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Also known as: Paradisaea apoda
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Illustration of a greater bird-of-paradise, Paradisaea apoda, perched on a branch, showing its vibrant reddish-brown body, yellow head, green throat, and long, flowing yellow and pink tail feathers.
greater bird-of-paradise Greater bird-of-paradise (Paradisaea apoda).

The greater bird-of-paradise (Paradisaea apoda) is a species of bird found in New Guinea and nearby islands. These birds are known for the males' vibrant and uniquely shaped plumage, which they display during courtship rituals on chosen perches or cleared forest floor areas called leks. After mating, the female birds are responsible for building the nest and raising the young independently. The greater bird-of-paradise has also been introduced to the island of Little Tobago in Trinidad and Tobago.1

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