What is a lyrebird?
Q: What is a lyrebird?
A: A lyrebird is a type of ground-dwelling bird found in Australia.
Q: How many species of lyrebirds are there?
A: There are two species of lyrebirds in the genus Menura.
Q: Where do lyrebirds live?
A: Lyrebirds are found in forests, especially rainforests, in eastern Australia. They have also been introduced to Tasmania.
Q: In which Australian states are lyrebirds found?
A: Lyrebirds are found in two National Forest areas of Victoria, New South Wales, and southeast Queensland.
Q: Are lyrebirds a threatened species?
A: No, lyrebirds are not currently considered to be threatened.
Q: What is unique about the lyrebird's appearance?
A: Lyrebirds have long tails that are shaped like a lyre or harp, which is where they get their name.
Q: What do lyrebirds eat?
A: Lyrebirds are omnivorous and eat insects, small reptiles, and seeds.
