The main predators of the lyrebird are dogs, feral cats, foxes and quolls. Goannas enjoy lyrebird eggs, while larger birds also pose a threat.
Superb Lyrebird was created in 1801.
Albert's Lyrebird was created in 1850.
a lyrebird can copy any sound. :-)
· Species - menura novaehollandiae · Lyrebird - also known as Superb Lyrebird, Edward Lyrebird, Prince Edward Lyrebird, Victoria Lyrebird, Queen Victoria Lyrebird, Lyretail, Native Pheasant · Largest of Songbirds · Male measuring length 80-100 cm, including a tail 70 cm · Weight - 1 kg · Description - a short, sharp, down curved bill, brown colour, strong legs · Male's tail plumage distinguishes them from females. · Lyrebird - imitation other species and sounds
The Superb Lyrebird can fly, but it rarely does. At night it roosts in trees.
The scientific name of the Superb lyrebird is Menura novaehollandiae.
The lyrebird is the emblem of no Australian state. However, it is on the emblem of the New South Wales National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Small mammals are predators of zebra finch eggs, In their native habitats it is likely that they are preyed on by small dasyurids, Birds of prey(like peregrine falcons and barn owls),and snakes, they are also preyed on by mice.
Many websites state that the tail of the Superb lyrebird has 16 feathers.
The Superb Lyrebird is on the Australian 10c coin because it is particularly unique to Australia.
The Superb Lyrebird (or the slightly smaller Albert's lyrebird) native to Victoria, Australia.
Birds do not feed their young on milk. The lyrebird is a bird, so it does not feed its young milk.