Video captures spectacular bird choreography in the skies of Italy (Instagram @ig_italia)
Every year, the skies of some Italian cities become the stage for a fascinating spectacle: the aerial ballet of starlings.
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These birds perform hypnotizing undulating movements and form abstract shapes while flying in unison, especially as night falls. The phenomenon, known as the “murmuration of starlings,” gets its name from the rhythmic sound of the group’s wings flapping.
Originally from the UK and Europe, starlings are known for their adaptability and have established themselves across several continents following accidental or intentional introductions.
Interestingly, in the 19th century, Shakespeare enthusiasts released starlings in Central Park, New York, as an attempt to bring all the birds mentioned in the author’s works to the Americas. This movement marked the beginning of the species’ expansion, which today dazzles with its aerial dances in both Italy and other locations around the world.
The “murmuration of starlings” is more than just a visual phenomenon; it’s an experience of communion between the birds and the environment, where the lightness and complexity of nature manifest in the sky, bringing beauty and mystery to those who watch.
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