Carola's Parotia
Carola's Parotia
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Carola's Parotia is a stunning medium-sized bird-of-paradise, famous for the male's elaborate courtship dance and six iridescent head plumes ('wires') that resemble ball-tipped antennae. The male has glossy black plumage with iridescent green and bronze patches, while the female is duller.
Where to spot
Endemic to the montane forests of central New Guinea. It typically inhabits mid-montane elevations.
How to spot
Locate a male's cleared display ground (lek) on the forest floor. Observe from a hidden position. Look for the six distinctive head plumes and the male's elaborate dance. Females are less conspicuous.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours. Males display year-round but peak during the breeding season, which can vary locally. Early morning is the best time to observe displays.
Where to spot
Endemic to the montane forests of central New Guinea. It typically inhabits mid-montane elevations.
How to spot
Locate a male's cleared display ground (lek) on the forest floor. Observe from a hidden position. Look for the six distinctive head plumes and the male's elaborate dance. Females are less conspicuous.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours. Males display year-round but peak during the breeding season, which can vary locally. Early morning is the best time to observe displays.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
During courtship, the male Carola's Parotia performs a mesmerizing 'ballerina dance' on a meticulously cleared patch of forest floor, displaying his plumes and flank feathers while bobbing his head.
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