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The lyrebird can mimic almost any sound it hears, including chainsaws and camera shutters.

Why it is true

Native to Australia, the superb lyrebird has a highly developed syrinx (voice box), allowing it to perfectly replicate both natural calls and mechanical noises from its environment.

Source: Ornithology

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