Menura superba; Print; The superb lyrebird (Menura novaehollandiae) is an Australian songbird; one of two species from the family Menuridae. It is one of the world's largest songbirds; and is renowned for its elaborate tail and courtship displays; and its excellent mimicry. The species is endemic to Australia and is found in forests in the south-east of the country. According to David Attenborough; the superb lyrebird displays the most sophisticated voice skills within the animal kingdom.; 1700-1880