Murmuration

Murmuration refers to the astonishing synchronized movement of a large flock of starlings or other birds, creating fluid, dynamic shapes in the sky. This collective behavior results from each bird responding to the movements of its neighbors, allowing the entire flock to change direction rapidly and cohesively. Scientists believe murmuration offers benefits like protection from predators and improved navigation. Despite the complexity, the behavior stems from simple rules followed locally by individual birds, demonstrating an elegant example of how individual actions can produce complex, coordinated patterns across a large group.