Amazing Lyrebird Immitates Sounds

The Amazing Australian Bird


by Trevor Quested

Breed/Species

Superb Lyrebird & Albert's Lyrebird (Albert's Lyrebird was named in honour of Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria)

Habitat

Australia (New South Wales, Tasmania, Victoria, Queensland Rainforest)

Mimicry



The Lyrebirds are able to mimic up to 20 sounds they hear. Some of which are

• Chainsaws (from the loggers in forests)
• Car Alarms
• Rifle Shots
• Camera Shutter
  
• Kookaburra

Hats off to David Kleinert and his photography!