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Jan 7, 2013 · BBC Planet Earth - Birds of Paradise mating dance. Jongo. 1.73K subscribers. Subscribed. 17K. 3M views 11 years ago. Extraordinary Courtship displays from these weird and wonderful creatures....
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Feb 29, 2016 · 49K. 5.6M views 8 years ago. A compilation of weird and wonderful bird mating dances and displays. Featuring various Birds of Paradise, Albatross courtship dances and the moonwalking Manakin....
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Hey, yes you, have you ever seen a bird of paradise dancing for a female before? No, not this one I’m talking about the real-life birds of paradise.
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In some species, males will perform ritualized movements to attract females. The male six-plumed bird-of-paradise (Parotia lawesii) exemplifies male courtship display with its ritualized "ballerina dance" and unique occipital and breast feathers that serve to stimulate the female visual system.
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- Peacock. The Peacock is probably the first bird that comes to mind when thinking about elaborate courtship dances. This one wrote the book on how to make an entrance and impress a potential mate.
- Red-Necked Grebe. The Red-Necked Grebe is a seasonally monogamous duck. Courtship displays build bonds between potential mates. Since this species spends most of its time on the water, the dances happen in these aquatic settings with incredible results.
- Greater Sage Grouse. The Greater Sage Grouse is unique because its courtship rituals are group affairs. Males gather in leks to put on a show for females in search of a mate.
- Blue-Footed Booby. The Blue-Footed Booby is a tropical island bird with an appearance that can’t help but make you smile— even if it’s standing still.
Nov 5, 2020 · Learn how birds use sound, movement, plumage, and more to impress their mates. See photos and videos of 10 different bird mating dances, from the superb bird of paradise to the blue-footed booby.
Feb 14, 2019 · Some male birds gather in leks, not unlike nightclubs, to dance in a group and invite curiosity from nearby females. Others perform feats of strength and endurance to prove their value. And in some species, males and females dance together to form a pair bond while putting on a show.
