bird of paradise

• 一种生活在新几内亚及周边地区的热带鸟类，以其雄鸟鲜艳复杂的羽毛和求偶表演而闻名；也指一种开有类似鸟形鲜艳花朵的植物（鹤望兰）。

A tropical bird native to New Guinea and surrounding regions, known for the males' strikingly colorful and elaborate plumage used in courtship displays. The term can also refer to a flowering plant (Strelitzia) with similarly vibrant, bird-like flowers.

1. Bird speciesB2formal

   A family of birds (Paradisaeidae) found mainly in New Guinea and nearby islands, known for the males' extremely colorful and elaborate plumage used in courtship displays.

   极乐鸟

   • The male bird of paradise performs an intricate dance to attract a mate.
   • Ornithologists traveled to Papua New Guinea to study the bird of paradise.
   • The bird of paradise's feathers are among the most vibrant in the animal kingdom.

2. B1formal

   A tropical plant (Strelitzia) with a distinctive flower that resembles a bird in flight, native to South Africa.

   天堂鸟花

   • She planted a bird of paradise in her garden for a tropical look.
   • The bird of paradise flower is often used in exotic floral arrangements.
   • The bright orange and blue petals of the bird of paradise are unmistakable.