Aroideana
Journal of the International Aroid Society, Inc.
Volume 8, Number 3 (1985); Pages 70-71
Seed dispersal of Amorphophallus paeoniifolius by birds of paradise in Papua New Guinea
By W. S. Peckover    
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ABSTRACT:

A Magnificent Riflebird is reported as having eaten the fruits and regurgitated the seed of Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (Dennst.) Nicolson in captivity in Papua New Guinea. A Glossymantled Manucode Bird of Paradise was also observed leaving a fruiting head of the same plant species in the wild.

   

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