ISSN: 2642-1232
Authors: Kabir A*
Based on the extraordinary plumage colours and courtship display, the birds-of-paradise are most significant bird in the world. To know its breeding biology fully, these birds can be study bird to everybody. After reviewing many write-ups, it was possible to mention its status and remarkable breeding biology. Noted, 27 species of these birds were in the order Passeriformes and family Paradisaeidae. Most of the birds were showed polygamous, and only two were (crinkle-collared manucode, Manucodia chalybatus, halmahera paradise-crow/Silky-crow, Lycocorax pyrrhopterus) monogamous. Observation suggested 15 genera of this bird group. Based on the information, 22 species were found least concerned (81.48%), near threatened 4 (14.81%), and vulnerable 1 (3.70%). Habitat loss, limited range, and for bright plumage of male birds, some species are showing their risky life in nature.
Keywords: Birds of Paradise; Breeding Biology; Global Status
