Berlepsch's Parotia
Berlepsch's Parotia
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Berlepsch's Parotia is a spectacular medium-sized bird-of-paradise, strikingly similar to Carola's Parotia, with the male featuring six ball-tipped head plumes and iridescent patches. It is primarily known for its elaborate courtship display on a cleared forest floor.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Foja Mountains of western New Guinea, inhabiting montane cloud forests. It is found at mid to upper montane elevations.
How to spot
Due to its extreme rarity and remote habitat, observing this species requires significant expedition effort. Look for its distinctive head plumes and search for its cleared display ground. Listen for male vocalizations.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours. Males display year-round, with peak activity in the early morning. It is a resident species.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Foja Mountains of western New Guinea, inhabiting montane cloud forests. It is found at mid to upper montane elevations.
How to spot
Due to its extreme rarity and remote habitat, observing this species requires significant expedition effort. Look for its distinctive head plumes and search for its cleared display ground. Listen for male vocalizations.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours. Males display year-round, with peak activity in the early morning. It is a resident species.
This species was long known only from a few museum specimens and was only photographed in the wild for the first time in 2007, making it a 'lost and found' treasure of ornithology.
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