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"Mention the superb lyrebird, and you’ll probably hear comments on their
uncanny mimicry of human sounds, their presence on the 10 cent coin, and their
stunning tail. Far less known – but equally, if not more, impressive – is the
Albert’s lyrebird.
Like the superb lyrebird, the Albert’s lyrebird performs spectacular dance
displays and, as our latest research shows, produces astounding mimicry of
sounds from its environment. The Albert’s lyrebird is part of an ancient
lineage of song birds, and even attracted the attention of Charles Darwin
himself.
While the superb lyrebird is notoriously shy, the Albert’s lyrebird is more
elusive still and is only found in a small region of subtropical rainforest
hidden away in the mountainous areas of Bundjalung Country, on the border
between New South Wales and Queensland.
Sadly, historical land clearing and recent bushfires have placed this species
under threat, and a lack of information may be impeding its conservation. So
let us introduce you to this shy performer and convince you that the Albert’s
lyrebird is worthy of as much attention as its limelight-stealing sister
species."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
