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The paradise riflebird is a medium-sized bird, with males averaging about 30 cm (11.8 in) in height and weighing on average 134 to 155 g (4.7 to 5.5 oz). Females are slightly smaller, averaging at 29 cm (11.4 in) and weighing on average 86 to 112 g (3.0 to 3.9 oz). Both sexes have a long, black, decurved bill, black legs, and dark brown iris. The species is sexually dimorphic, with few similarities in plumage between males and females. The adult male is black with an iridescent greenish blue crown, throat, and central tail feathers, as well as iridescent green on the lower breast and flank.
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When to see the Paradise Riflebird
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Where to see the Paradise Riflebird
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About the Paradise Riflebird
The paradise riflebird is a passerine bird of the family Paradisaeidae. It is one of four riflebird species in the genus Ptiloris. It is found in subtropical, temperate rainforests in eastern Australia. The species is sexually dimorphic; the male is black with iridescent blue-green patches, while the female is gray-brown and white.
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Easily confused with
Victoria's RiflebirdPtiloris victoriaeThe smallest riflebird, it measures between 23–25 cm.
Magnificent RiflebirdPtiloris magnificusThis riflebird is a medium-sized bird, being up to 34 cm (13 in) long.
Growling RiflebirdPtiloris intercedensThe male is a velvet black and green bird-of-paradise with black flank plumes, black curved bill, yellow mouth, blackish feet and dark brown iris.
Side by side: Paradise Riflebird vs Victoria's Riflebird · Magnificent Riflebird vs Paradise Riflebird
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