Birds Famous for Ear-Splitting Screams

Aug 11,2025

Holds the record for the loudest bird call ever recorded (up to 125 decibels).

White Bellbird

Amazon rainforest singer whose mating call can reach 116 decibels.

Screaming Piha

Known for high-pitched screams audible over 5 miles.

Moluccan Cockatoo

Ear-piercing screeches, often used as alarm calls.

Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo

Harsh, loud “meow-like” calls during mating season.

Peacock (Indian Peafowl)

Resonant, trumpet-like calls heard over 3 km away.

Northern Screamer (Horned Screamer)

Shrill “jay-jay” scream, aggressive when alarmed.

Blue Jay

Iconic loud cry, often called the “soundtrack of Africa.

African Fish Eagle

Famous for loud, cackling calls that can dominate forests.

Laughing Kookaburra

Harsh, crowing scream especially during breeding displays.

Common Pheasant (Male)