The Bird of Paradise is one of the most unique species of bird on earth. This bird is thought of as an example of evolutionary adaptation. It is believed that the absence of predators of cats has caused the birds to evolve for ornamental purposes. Male birds are known for their extravagant courting displays to attract females, which includes a personalized song and dance.
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| Male Red Bird of Paradise |
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| Fritz our local guide stabs the water with his boat pole to get us to the shore in the dark -5am start time |
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| The inlet we came up |
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| Male on Palm Tree |
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| Male singing trying to attract a female |
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| Nature wins, this tree is growing over a boulder |
Video of males doing their mating dance in the absence of females. Notice the branch he is on, he has picked off all the leaves so the females will have a good view of his plumage and dance.
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| Leaving and it is only 8am, off to another adventure....underwater |
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