Ptilonorhynchidae Collection

Chlamydera nuchalis, great bowerbird
Plate 30 from Richard Bowdler Sharpes Monograph of the Paradiseidae, or Birds of Paradise, and Ptilonorynchid, or Bower Birds, Vol. 2 (1891-98)

Regent Bowerbird (Sericulus chrysocephalus), New South Wales, Australia
A male Regent Bowerbird perched on a branch. The birds plumage is jet black with bright golden yellow on the head, nape and wings

Great bowerbird (Chlamydera nuchalis), male showing off treasures whilst female inspects bower. Lake Argyle, Kununurra, Western Australia

Satin bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus), maintaining his bower, Ravenshow, North Queensland, Australia, October

Vogelkop bowerbird (Amblyornis inornatus) male, at his bower surrounded by orange leaves and petals and other objects he has collected, Arfak Mountains, Vogelkop Peninsula, West Papua

Regent bowerbird (Sericulus chrysocephalus) male sitting in budding mango tree (Mangifera indica), Ravensbourne, Queensland, Australia

Satin Bowerbird, 1861 (colour litho)
1065180 Satin Bowerbird, 1861 (colour litho) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Zoological Sketches by Philip Lutley Sclater, published in 1861)

Golden Bowerbird (Prionodura newtoniana), placing flowers on bower, Ravenshoe, North Queensland, Australia, October

Regent bowerbird (Sericulus chrysocephalus) male perched, Lamington National Park, Queensland, Australia, October

Tooth-billed Bowerbird (Scenopoeetes dentirostris) adult male, perched on twig, Lake Barrine Rainforest, Atherton Tableland, Great Dividing Range, Queensland, Australia, October

Golden Bowerbird (Prionodura newtoniana) adult male, decorating bower structure with flower for courtship display, Crater Lakes N.P

Spotted Catbird (Ailuroedus melanotis) adult, perched on branch, Queensland, Australia, November

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The Ptilonorhynchidae family, also known as bowerbirds, is a fascinating group of birds found in various parts of Australia and West Papua. These birds are renowned for their unique behavior of constructing elaborate bowers to attract mates. One such member of this family is the Chlamydera nuchalis, commonly known as the great bowerbird. The male great bowerbird showcases his treasures while the female inspects his carefully crafted bower. In New South Wales, Australia, the Regent Bowerbird (Sericulus chrysocephalus) can be seen sitting majestically in a budding mango tree. Venturing into the Arfak Mountains on Vogelkop Peninsula in West Papua, we find the Vogelkop bowerbird (Amblyornis inornatus). This male bird surrounds himself with orange leaves and petals along with other collected objects at his intricately designed bower. Meanwhile, back in Ravenshow, another member of this avian family takes center stage - the Satin Bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus). With meticulous care, he maintains his enchanting blue-colored bower amidst lush surroundings. Not far away from him resides the Golden Bowerbird (Prionodura newtoniana), adorning its creation with vibrant flowers. In Lamington National Park stands proudly yet another regal species - the Regent Bowerbird (Sericulus chrysocephalus) perched gracefully among nature's wonders. Further north at Lake Barrine Rainforest lies an impressive display-court or stage-type structure built by none other than Tooth-billed Bowerbirds (Scenopoeetes dentirostris). These captivating creatures showcase their creativity and dedication through these intricate bowers that serve as both artistry and love nests. Each species has its own distinct style and preference when it comes to collecting objects for their bowers, making them truly remarkable and unique in the avian world.