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A single male lyrebird can mimic the sound of an entire flock

The masters of imitation appear to have vocal talents more profound than previously appreciated

male superb lyrebird with feathers spread

A male superb lyrebird (pictured) can not only copy the songs of individual birds, but those of entire multispecies groups, new research suggests.

Alex Maisey

By Jake Buehler

- More than 2 years ago

You might be able to do a mean celebrity impression or two, but can you imitate an entire film’s cast at the same time? A male superb lyrebird (Menura novaehollandiae) can, well almost.