Apr 4, 2025
By: NewsPointKnown as the loudest bird on Earth, its mating call reaches 125 decibels — louder than a rock concert. Native to South America, this bird’s scream can be heard from far away. Surprisingly, it only gets that loud when females are near.
A rainforest icon of the Amazon, the Screaming Piha sounds like a siren in the jungle. Its call hits about 116 decibels, blending perfectly with the forest ambiance. Despite the loud call, it’s often hard to spot due to its camouflaged feathers.
Also known as the Black-hooded Parakeet, this bird is native to South America and is often kept as a pet. It produces high-pitched, piercing screeches that are hard to ignore. Their vocalizations serve as communication with their flock or alert signals.
The Common Potoo might not be the loudest, but its eerie, haunting calls echo through the night. Its sound resembles a ghostly "boo" which makes it unforgettable. Found in Central and South America, it blends perfectly with tree bark.
Beyond their dazzling looks, peacocks are incredibly loud during mating season. Their screech-like calls can travel up to a mile in rural areas. It’s a mix of display and sound that makes them so striking in the wild.
This flightless bird makes low-frequency booming sounds that can travel through dense rainforest. Cassowaries are native to New Guinea and Northern Australia. Their sounds are more “felt” than heard, vibrating through the ground like a drumbeat.
One of the smartest birds, American Crows are also quite loud and social. Their cawing sounds are used to communicate warnings or gather groups. Found across North America, they often travel in noisy flocks.
These pink-crested parrots can scream as loud as 129 decibels, often startling even experienced bird keepers. Native to Indonesia, they’re playful but require patience. Their loud cries signal distress or demand for attention.
This secretive bird has a unique call that sounds like a distant foghorn. Its booming voice is used during mating to attract females from long distances. Though rarely seen, its sound carries far across wetlands.
The New Zealand native Kaka is known for its chatter, squawks, and whistles. It’s a social parrot that uses a range of calls to communicate in the wild. Their noisy nature helps them thrive in dense forests.
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