10 Birds That Make People Think Of Aliens Instead Of Animals

4. Superb bird-of-paradise

Superb bird-of-paradise is a very small bird, approximately 10 in long. These birds can mesmerize humans with their dancing and their unusual appearance.

They were named as a “new” species because they behave very differently from other birds. They have different courtship dances and vocalizations. The female’s appearance and shape are even different from the males.

5. Cock-of-the-Rock

The Cock-of-the-Rock is endemic to South America, living in tropical and subtropical rocky areas. The males of this bird are famous for the prominent fan-shaped crests that they need to attract females.

The males will perform colorful plumage and make various mating calls when it comes to mating. After that, the female herself makes herself a nest in a rocky area, and cares for the eggs.

6. Hornbill

Hornbills are omnivorous. These birds can eat fruit, insects, and even small animals. Hornbills have short tongues, so they can’t swallow food. Instead, these birds toss it to the back of their throat with a head jerk.

Hornbills are from 1 ft to 3’11″ large. They are known for 2 specific features. One is their eyelashes. The other is their strong neck muscles that make their neck thicker than that of the average bird.