Three of these Bellbirds are found in South America while the vulnerable Three-Wattled Bellbird is in Central America. They are all part of the ‘cotinga’ family, which are birds that live in or near forests. So, what are bellbirds?
They are known for being very loud, especially the White Bellbird at 125 decibels. They are sexually dysmorphic, which means the males and females look different. Males have either the wattles or bare skin on their face with brighter white coloring. Females are more olive with yellow streaks to help them blend in while on a nest.
Let’s just get to the pictures and videos since they are an auditory experience.
Bare-Throated Bellbird
Bearded Bellbird
Three-Wattled Bellbird
White Bellbird
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The birds are gorgeous, Charles. And my they are loud. No mistaking them for another bird! Thanks for the intro!
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You’re welcome.
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Loved these. It is hard to imagine how they can produce those sounds. Thanks.
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If only humans had their throats and lungs. Though we’d probably make ourselves deaf by screaming.
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Ha ha ha. Most humans are too loud as it is. 😁
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Wonderful birds, Charles. And so loud! I’m glad they don’t live near here. The herring gulls are loud enough.
Mind you, the herring gulls have an amazing number of calls.
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Thanks. We have some loud birds here, but nothing like that. Squirrel screams are up there for creepiness.
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Very cool.
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Thanks.
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Some crazy facial hair on those birds!
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Very elegant.
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This is such a neat post!
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Thanks.
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Who wouldn’t love to see and hear these beauties in their backyard? Thanks, Charles.
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As long as they don’t sing when I’m sleeping, bring them over.
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Well said, Charles. I’m with you on that.
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