Birds are among the most interesting and colorful critters on the Earth. Although most people consider birds to only have feathers, some species possess feathers that resemble wild hairstyles! These birds have hilarious, stylish, or cute “hairstyles” that make them noticeably different from other birds! In this post, I’m going to show you 15 birds with funny hair.
13 Birds With Funny Hair
Polish Chicken
The Polish chicken is known for the large, fluffy crest of feathers on its head. This crest is very much like a messy wig or 1980s rock star hair. They could get feathers over their eyes and not be able to see where they were going. People often keep the Polish as ornamental chickens, mainly because of their funny appearance and friendly nature. What you might mistake as “hair” are really just extra-long head feathers that sprout out in a ball shape. They seem forever to be slumber-party ready, I think!
Victoria Crowned Pigeon
Victoria crowned pigeon is a large blue-grey bird native to New Guinea. Its crown feathers spread out in a circle with white tips, giving it a royal appearance. These pigeons strut their fancy feathers to attract mates and show off to other birds. The usually flaunt their fancy feathers to get a mate and to show off to everyone. Their “hair” is actually a distinctive crest that can be raised and lowered.
Crested Duck
The crested duck is a domestic duck that has a large, round puff of feathers on top of its head. Kind of makes it look like it’s wearing a cotton ball or a fluffy hat. This funny hairdo is the result of a genetic mutation that causes feathers to grow in a ball shape. Some people believe that crested ducks look as if they’re always surprised!
Grey Crowned Crane
Africa’s grey crowned crane is one of the continent’s most stunning birds. It has a golden crown of blunt, bristly feathers that stand straight up from its head. These cranes show off their coronet to other cranes when they dance or display for a mate. The feathers of the head are hard and stiff, appearing as if it were a crown of golden straws.
Andean Cock-of-the-Rock
This bird has one of the most unforgettable hairdos in the bird kingdom. The male Andean cock-of-the-rock has a vibrant orange body and has an outsized, round crest that envelops its beak and eyes. The crest resembles a helmet or a mop of hair. These birds inhabit the cloud forests of South America and display amusing feathered crests.
Philippine Eagle
The Philippine is among the world’s largest and rarest eagles. It has long, shaggy feathers on its head that resemble a wild mane or a punk rock haircut. The feathers of its head can be elevated when the eagle is aroused or threatened. I believe that the Philippine eagle’s distinctive feathers give it an appearance that is both formidable and somewhat whimsical.
Guinea Turaco
The guinea turaco is a green African bird that has a tall vertical crest of feathers on the head. The crest is typically bright green or blue, standing up like a mohawk. These are loud and colorful birds. Their wacky hair may help them see each other in the forest and, therefore, recognize each other.
Great Curassow
The great curassow is a species of large bird in the Central and South American family Cracidae. It has a curly tuft of black feathers that appear to have been set with a hot hair iron. The curls bounce as the bird walks, giving it the appearance of shaking its head. The crest comes in handy when curassows are trying to attract mates and display their good health.
Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo
The Sulphur-crested cockatoo is a large white parrot with a large yellow crest on its head. The crest can be raised or lowered, and, when up, it resembles a spiky yellow mohawk. Cockatoos use their crest to express mood – if the crest is up, the bird is excited or investigating. I love how expressive these birds are; their “hair” makes them seem like they’re perpetually ready to party!
Hoopoe
The hoopoe is a tiny bird with a big personality. It has a long, slender bill and a high, orange crest with black tips. The hoopoe can expand its crest wide or close it flat against the head. When excited or alarmed, the hoopoe lifts its crest, seeming to wear a crown or feathered headdress.
Royal Flycatcher
The royal flycatcher is a small bird of Central and South America that has a completely unbelievable crest. The crest lays flat when the bird is not excited, but when it does get excited, the crest opens up into a large fan of red, orange, and blue feathers. The crest resembles an ornamental feathered umbrella. These birds raise their crest in courtship display or when threatened.
Northern Lapwing
The northern lapwing is a black and white bird with a long, thin tuft of feathers that sticks up from the back of its head. These feathers appear to resemble a single long, tall hair standing upright, which gives the bird a slightly eccentric appearance. Lapwings use their crest to signal to other birds and to strut about during mating displays.
Rockhopper Penguin
The rockhopper penguin is a dinky penguin that has a spiky yellow and black feather sticking out from above its eyes. Those “eyebrows” are wild, punk rock hair. Rockhopper penguins use their unusual look to identify one another and attract mates. I think rockhopper penguins look like they’re always having a bad hair day, and I love it!
Final Thoughts
Some of the most fascinating animals in the world are birds with funny hair. I’m hoping this article sheds new light on something you didn’t know before and makes you curious to go look for some birds with funny hair next time you’re outside.
If you’d like to see more birds with wild hair, check out a bird sanctuary in your area or look for photos on the internet. You might be surprised by how many birds have coifs that would make the wildest pop star jealous! It’s fun to see a bird that has a funny crest or is feathered like something you have never seen before.
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Sources:
- www.treehugger.com/birds-with-snazzier-hairdos-than-you-4868793
- www.earthrangers.com/EN/CA/top-10/top-ten-birds-with-cool-hairstyles/
- www.globalbirdinginitiative.org/bird-identification/species-by-appearance/bird-with-crazy-hair/
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