ocr: SPECIAL FEATHERS Male birds of the birdofparadise family have some of the most spectacular plumage and courtship - displays in the bird world. The male greater bird of paradise displays special teathers on its flanks to compete fora mate. Groups of males gather on branches in the forest, calling anda arching their fine feathers until females start to arrive. They then remain motionless while the females choose a mate. SEE ALSO
