Greater Bird-of-paradise (Paradisaea apoda)

Greater Bird-of-paradise (Paradisaea apoda)



Enter the rainforest canopy of the Aru Islands to watch the coordinated displays of two male Greater Birds-of-Paradise. Then see two females take particular interest in the males’ bright colors, strange sounds, and contorted poses. Filmed by Tim Laman in September 2010.

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