Birds-of-Paradise Project

This fall, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Geographic are bringing the Birds-of-Paradise Project to the public. Get an advance look now...and witness diverse strategies of evolution at work and experience one of nature's extraordinary wonders - up close.

[@JoniHankin]

The thumbs downs are for not giving credit to the Creator of these beautiful birds. My praise goes to YHWH who created ALL and in HIM I have my breath. Being in awe of these magnificent birds and then saying that 'evolution' is the reason they exist is having eyes to see yet not seeing at all. Hopefully they'll give thanks to the ONE who created these birds and share their true findings one day.

[@dolfen7]

When we witness God's poetry in all its splendor we are bereft to find human words to describe the experience. We must sit and allow it to flow over us in quietude and awe to appreciate that we have the consciousness to experience it. How great Thou art.

[@DeeFaun]

Why are some of so unable to just enjoy the beauty and be thankful it's been made available to us. Thank you, Cornell U.

[@sugarlaura22]

I do not understand how people can dislike this video?? These birds are incredible!

[@LibertyTreeBud]

Thank you for making a film showing these remarkable and elegant birds in their natural habitat. It means that so many more people will see these birds and appreciate them without having to impact their place on this planet. Kudos to those boys out their collecting all this film footage, it takes special people to record this without impacting the subjects negatively. They allow us to see what we will never get to see in person. Photography is truly one of the greatest inventions of our world.

[@saramilliken7937]

Am breathless at all the beauty found in Paradise ! The show of color, display of wings, puffed out chests plus all the different dances is amazing . The songs they sing that ring out so clearly throughout the forest is also music to your ears ! I was only sorry when this presentation ended !

[@marypiotrowski1892]

The most beautiful birds I've ever seen in this world. What miracle. Speechless.

[@marilynproctor3485]

I cannot imagine the time and dedication it took to film these magnificent birds. It was an absolute pleasure to view these exquisite creatures. You have my thanks and my 🙏 gratitude

[@akanekang2885]

My aunt sent me this vid with the context "So beautiful and odd..." I wasn't expecting birds

[@priscillawilson2634]

That comment (not context) could have applied to anything.

[@abhishekchouhan2705]

My aunt also sent me this video its a coincidence 😂

[@BelmonteGigi]

No tengo palabras... todo esa danza de los machos para que las hembras los miren, Dios! es maravilloso!

[@annaconey4683]

Amazing nature at its finest. Thank you for sharing that spectacular experience .

[@debrabolton9372]

Absolutely incredible! Kudos to these men who filmed this video. These birds are extraordinary. The colors are spectacular.

[@rspeters07]

Incredible birds of paradise. Species that I have NEVER seen. Not even in a zoo have I seen these.

[@subhashishmishra]

No Words to explain, really Extraordinary. the hard work, passion, talent, everything reflects in the stills and video. A big round of applaud.

[@falcocgb]

I started reading the comments looking for some ideas that could express the overwhelming beauty that can be witnessed through such a fantastic work as this one...But sadly only came across a discussion about faith and science...Its so bitter to read the way people try to convince others instead of only accepting and admiring a wonderful work and achievement, if this guys says that´s evolution , lets watch and hear what they are going to show, and enjoy!!!...

[@sandytedesco2887]

Oh my I never in my life expected to see such beauty. they are truly lovely and I wonder why too, do they spread their wings and dance like that,is it to attract the male, it doesn't seem to frighten the other bird away. This is wonderful, I truly loved this.

[@cathml]

Despite my own high level of creativity, I would NEVER have been able to perceive birds such as these, of this mind-blowing beauty and form!

[@yesfilmfestival]

amazing, and not quite sure why people dont like this. Wish I was there

[@nirperful]

De las cosas mas hermosas que he visto en la vida y ustedes lo hicieron posible, muchas gracias :D

[@JOAOD28]

THANK YOU FOR SHARING WITH U.S., THESE BEAUTIES OF NATURE.

[@22dide]

Thanks for making my day memorable, its thanks to you that the world of the bird of paradise reaches out to the world.

[@Tanooki2006]

WOW truly amazing video. Excellent work guys. The most impressive bird I've ever seen. Thanks for sharing this video.

[@maryannwolf7089]

UNBELIEVABLE!!! NOTHING LIKE THESE CERATURES BIRDS OF PARIDASE!!!!!!!

[@jessiesantiago6657]

This why we need to support the arts, conservation and the RAIN FOREST of the WORLD. Beautiful birds.

[@mstatmah]

Beautiful!!! What an amazing Creator of the universe and everything in it, I believe, we serve! Glory be to God!!!

[@Bearwoman11]

Beautiful! I would love to see these birds in my backyard

[@trinityytinirt4604]

Thank you Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Geographic for sharing the beauty and mystery.

[@asitsaha9050]

Real discovery of paradise of birds. Thanks.

[@stevegurley4114]

An amazing display of nature that is really different.

[@hellahummel2658]

How unique and worth protection is our nature, our earth ..

[@kovacsnenagyjulika]

Beautiful, enthralling! I LOVE THIS VIDEO!

[@Vincek88]

This is some spectacular work! I can't wait to see more of it.

[@lorik_shat]

Birds-of-Paradise Project Потрясающе:)🌷🍃🌹🍃🌷

[@corimalumen]

GRACIAS POR LA BELLEZA DE LOS MODELOS QUE NO CONOCEMOS, DIOS LOS BENDIGA. corimalumen

[@sharontoscano9598]

Beautiful. I've mostly seen still pictures here and there. Sometimes an isolated video clip. The sights and sounds are incredible. Some of these birds made me laugh with their antics but then be awe stricken by their beauty! The photography and dedication is inspiring. Great job to the men and keep on displaying and dancing to the birds. Thank you Cornell Lab of Ornithology for making this possible.

[@boxershiner]

I've always admired these birds, they're beautiful and so different. But I can't help but think of that old song "May the Bird of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose"

[@ofetacher3008]

So beautiful, thank you for the research you are doing. & allowing us to enjoy nature at its best😊

[@anoopmalhotrakolar]

Oh my god. There is nothing beyond this natures creation.

[@HeartsForAnimalsInc]

Beautiful and Amazing Creatures Who Are Virtually Unaffected By Man!! Stunning!

[@HeatherFeathr]

Amazing amazing amazing. The birds are like living works of art!

[@AliciaRodriguez-py9ly]

¡Qué belleza,!No cabe duda que hay un Ser Supremo que hizo toda esta maravilla.

[@asitsaha9050]

Real discovery of paradise of birds is projected.The video is enjoyable and informative. Thanks.

[@richardbradner9079]

Remarkable does not even begin to describe this wonderful video. Thank you!

[@hollisbradshaw9832]

These are amazing birds with interesting interactions.

[@lorigoforth6377]

I am so mesmerized with these birds. i have watched this video several times.if there is longer video out there i would love to find it. what great work! Thank you.

[@sofiyakvashuk4569]

Чудессно,просто глаз не оторвать!Супер!Super,klass!

[@dasol829]

Wow. I thought I was watching the fantasy land. This really gave me more curiosity and appreciation toward those mind blowing birds and videographers/photographers who dedicated their lives to this.

[@alfredospigarolorebellato7068]

Sencillamente maravilloso....Dios se manifiesta como la BELLEZA...

[@sanjofer973]

¡Maravilloso y que grande es la obra del Señor!. Agradezco a los que realizaron el vídeo

[@thirsupitishanti9107]

Thanks from thailand, in peace!

[@jvdesuit1]

Magical, unbelievable. Mankind can bow and be modest....

[@luzgladyscardonamarin4515]

Es....grandioso!!!!! Gracias

[@Quest4us]

39 species is what they have discovered so far......there's always a chance there may be more. What's heart breaking is the possibility that someday there may be less.

[@triplejck]

Birds of Paradise! Absolutely fantastic video. Thank you!!

[@cybergrail]

Wonderful! Thank you for your amazing work.

[@socheatathai4804]

These birds are exceptionally beautiful!

[@user-sv2qm8dp8v]

Birds of Paradise.... It's really beautiful.... Please wach it!

[@user-sv2qm8dp8v]

Welcome dear keshav acharya :))

[@MJJNamalDias]

Amazing birds my friend.... Nice video :)

[@tamtranminh6203]

Hi, Violet Angel Beautyful birds .How are you ? Where you are, Korea or VN ?

[@user-sv2qm8dp8v]

I'm still in Vietnam, anh trai Tam Tran Minh Chào buổi sáng. Chúc mọi điều tốt lành đến với anh :))

[@tamtranminh6203]

Chào buổi sáng.Em sống và làm việc ở Vn à , ở tỉnh thành nào vậy em gái .

[@caziko48]

How could anyone give a thumbs down to this. The dedication to photograph these beautiful birds is incredible.👍🏼👍🏼

[@sirensfeast]

Magical, mystical Nature. Thank you for this.

[@giselecazalet-enjalbert6164]

Merci mère nature pour les merveilles que tu nous offre.

[@Chris-in7ol]

This was fabulous! Well done Tim and Ed! I am awestruck by their splendor.

[@marielle4133]

...quel spectacle! merci!!!!

[@ATMfromNJ]

Nature! And the wonders of evolution. Awesome!

[@evelynwatson7663]

Thank goodness for their dedication. Totally outstanding.

[@christinemarieT]

God Created a Masterpiece in the Birds of Paradise Thank you for sharing.

[@javier43340]

maravilloso video muchas gracias

[@luminosity2083]

Great response! The first thing I thought of was how God must have created these birds to show the world He is the Creator. We both know evolution has no chance in explaining how these birds over millions of years slowly transformed into what we see in this video. DNA is also a great example of Gods work, that can't be explained by evolutionists without sounding like they're making it all up. Glad to see someone else out there who has common sense.

[@munnureena]

watch this whole video, you will appreciate this colorful world.

[@RobynHannamSkyWriter]

How dedicated are these guys! Just amazing.

[@Buzatesri]

Wow.......wow. Great work and what beautiful subjects.

[@3BK]

How anyone not like this video? Worse, how can 900++ people click thumbs down??! That's WOW.

[@RockyRittman]

Completely transfixed watching the beauty of these incredible birds.

[@nelions2010]

Muito Show! Espetáculo da natureza.

[@isaiasdelamarta8442]

Uauuuu Que lindo vídeo!!! um dos mais bonitos que assistí!!!

[@annabelle39ful]

Merveilleux , superbe reportage ..

[@Elisodete]

I love birds! Amazing: thank you!

[@andrewmacdonald7102]

with mankind's expertise, a little bit of ethyl-mercury and polysorbate will surely assist the performance of these magical birds. We have much for these birds to be thankful for.

[@1943carlosrodriguez]

Inmenso...Infinito...Gracias!

[@OgdenGaboon]

The voiceover at the beginning is wrong about them only occurring on the island of New Guinea. Many are found or even restricted to other islands such as Australia, Halmahera, Batanta and many many more.

[@mabel104]

A natureza é uma obra DIVINA!

[@Jade-mx1nz]

Wow!!!Arn't these beautiful birds amazing!!!!! I would love to visit them someday!!!

[@maljamin]

Anyone know what species at 3:33 ? A dance is one thing but this bird has color on his neck that appears and disappears. Kinda wanna know how!

[@128marcella]

thanks for sharing this beautiful movie

[@mohammadomar5072]

Glory be to God and praise be to Him, Glory be to God, the Great, the number of His creation, the satisfaction of Himself, the weight of His Throne, and the supply of His words God, We ask you your satisfaction and paradise (Thanks) سبحان الله وبحمده سبحان الله العظيم عدد خلقه ورضا نفسه وزنة عرشه ومداد كلماته اللهم إنا نسألك رضاك والجنه. (شكرا)

[@mikebeier7928]

Wow! I hope to see a compilation of the entire project. Is their a pre-order cue? Sign me up!

[@batidasfotograficas]

Excelente trabalho. Obrigado. Cumprimentos.

[@Boutiquetravel]

Can't wait to see the full production once it comes out!

[@sylvainfourre7010]

Tout simplement sublime reportage des ces oiseaux exemplaires preservons la foret c est preserver ces superbes creatures bravo aux reporters .....

[@szw216]

Amazingly stunning! Let's not destroy that incredible beauty and peace

[@Edmfelix]

Em todos os aspectos, DIVINOS!! Mais uma espécie no "Livro Negro da Extinção" dos "diletos filhos de Deus"!!! À futura geração, se houver, filmes como este se apresentarão como uma mera ficção, uma manipulação, um fruto da "maravilhosa" tecnicidade computacional!!

[@Valerie145b]

Wonderful , breathtaking and so time consuming for them.

[@Giseleboyer]

de toute beauté! Bravo à ces hommes passionnés!

[@christianefoglia-maspein7055]

Quelle merveille ! Et quelle patience pour nous donner cela ! Merci pour le partage ♥

[@sergioluizbeaga]

Simplesmente maravilhoso!!!!!

[@8591starfish]

Fascinating and well worth the effort to bring this out of the deep jungles for the world to see......

[@sueharwood6681]

Amazingly beautiful - thank you.

[@aFontCity]

Thank the Cornell Lab very much for your beautiful movie. Unfortunately, I can't make out some speech. KZbin's subtitles seems not adequate to the text. Would you please publish here or anywhere else the text of this film? I'll be very grateful to anyone, who can help me.

[@mellosays]

This is amazing! Thank you for sharing your findings and good luck with your scientific project. It is because of people like you that we get to learn more about our planet.

[@bjhcohen]

Beautiful and unbelievable!

csodás élmény volt,köszönöm!!!