Magnificent Bird-of-paradise look-alikes
Cicinnurus magnificus
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King Bird-of-paradise
Cicinnurus regius
Key differences
The King Bird-of-paradise is smaller, predominantly red, and has two long, bare tail wires ending in green spiral discs, unlike the sickle-shaped wires of the Magnificent Bird-of-paradise. Its display is also different, often involving hanging upside down.
Wilson's Bird-of-paradise
Cicinnurus respublica
Key differences
Wilson's Bird-of-paradise is smaller, has a bare blue crown with a black cross pattern, and a red back. Its tail wires are also different, being shorter and curled. It is restricted to specific islands (Waigeo and Batanta).
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