Blue bird of paradise hang upside down from the branches, pulsating with their blue and violet feathers spread out like a fan. During the show, Blue bird of paradise produce a low, soft buzzing sound.

These birds also lend their name to a colorful flower. South Africa's bird-of-paradise (Strelitzia reginae) is a member of the banana family.

Species: There are an estimated 42 species of bird of paradise. Size: Size varies depending on species, from approximately 15 cm or 5.9 in (King bird of paradise) to 110 cm or 43 in (Black ...

Photograph by Tim Laman New Bird of Paradise Species Has Smooth Dance Moves To woo a female, this bird flips up his cape, puffs out his chest, and shimmies his little feet.

A male Superb Bird of Paradise displays his super-black and brilliant blue plumage to an onlooking female. Ed Scholes, CC BY-ND Super-black feathers on these guys are like looking into a dark cave.

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Birds-of-paradise are a stunning example of naturally occurring bright colors, and we’re not talking about the flowers. A recent study by the American Museum of Natural ...