Albert's lyrebird  (Menura alberti)

Male lyrebirds take part in complex displays in order to attract a mate; these take place on platforms constructed from trampled vegetation on the forest floor (4). Whilst giving a range of calls, the male fans his striking tail and arches it over his back (3). Displays take place between May and August. After mating the female constructs a domed nest of sticks, into which she lays a single egg, which she then incubates alone (4).

Using their strong feet and claws, lyrebirds unearth invertebrates, such as spiders and insects on the forest floor (4). These unusual birds have weakly developed wings and rarely fly, even if disturbed (4).