First published in the United Kingdom by Helm/Bloomsbury in 2019.

In this dazzling photo essay, Laman and Scholes present gorgeous full-color photographs of all 39 species of the Birds of Paradise that highlight their unique and extraordinary plumage and mating behavior.

Previous edition by Bruce M. Beehler, Thane K. Pratt, and Dale A. Zimmerman.

A comprehensive account of the natural history, architecture, art, history of discovery and human appreciation of the most incredible of all birds. Written and illustrated, with over 300 images, by two dedicated world authorities who have studied and photographed the amazing bowerbirds over 30 years.