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Lyrebirds are not only able to mimic the songs of hundreds of other birds, they can mimic a great variety of sounds, including chainsaws, camera shutters, stockwhips and so on.
This behaviour is part of the lyrebird's courtship. The male produces the most elaborate song he can in an effort to attract a female.
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Can lyrebirds sound exactly like humans?
Lyrebirds are not only able to mimic the songs of hundreds of other birds, they can mimic a great variety of sounds, including chainsaws, camera shutters, stockwhips and, of course, electronic sounds such as electronic film winders on cameras, and so on. This behaviour is part of the lyrebird's courtship. The male produces the most elaborate song he can in an effort to attract a female.
How does Brett Whiteley feel about lyrebirds?
Since he died 17 yers ago it is too late to find out.
How big are lyrebirds?
The Superb Lyrebird ranges in size from 80cm to 100cm in length, averaging around 90cm. Their weight is around 975 grams.
What is the root of the word 'mimicry'?
to mimic
What bird mimcs on other birds?
A mockingbird!! They can mimic other bird's bird calls! In fact, they can mimic almost any sound!!
What time of year do lyrebirds mimic?
They mimic during breeding season!
Which bird has the ability to mimic other bird sounds?
Many do..Parrots, mynahs, crows, blue jays all can mimic...But the mimic thrushes, family Mimidae, are the best..They include the catbird, brown thrasher, and the best mimic of all, the mockingbird.
Can lyrebirds sound exactly like humans?
Lyrebirds are not only able to mimic the songs of hundreds of other birds, they can mimic a great variety of sounds, including chainsaws, camera shutters, stockwhips and, of course, electronic sounds such as electronic film winders on cameras, and so on. This behaviour is part of the lyrebird's courtship. The male produces the most elaborate song he can in an effort to attract a female.
Where does the lyrebirds live?
Yes. Lyrebirds are native to the eastern coastal areas of Australia.
Why does the lyrebird sing a hundred songs of birds?
Lyrebirds are not only able to mimic the songs of hundreds of other birds, they can mimic a great variety of sounds, including chainsaws, camera shutters, stockwhips and so on. This behaviour is part of the lyrebird's courtship. The male produces the most elaborate song he can in an effort to attract a female.
What does a lyrebird do during the day?
Lyrebirds (especially the males) like to stalk animals and people so they can mimic the sounds they make increasing their chances of getting lucky with a pretty girl lyrebird. On a more serious note, they do the normal bird things like forging for insects, spiders, earthworms, and seeds. Lyrebirds are diurnal, so they're always up during the day.
Are lyrebirds carnivores?
no they are omnivores
Why is the lyrebird nocturnal?
Lyrebirds are not nocturnal, but diurnal.
do lyrebirds eat with their beak?
no they use there back
What the opposite of mimicing?
nonimitativeyou can also use the word:: ))MIMIC MIMIC MIMIC MIMIC MIMIC MIMIC
What can a lyrebird do?
AnswerYes, it can but it rarely does. They mostly run, but they can flap up away out of danger. A bit like chickens.Source: http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/education/factfiles/04.htm
In judith wright's poem lyrebirds do the birds represent aborigines?
yeah
