Murmuration” refers to a flock of birds flying together to form a shape-shifting cloud that looks like a giant bird. It is an effective way that helps them defend themselves against predators.
Costa Brava, a coastal region of Catalonia (Northeastern Spain), is a famous place for bird-watchers to catch sight of breath-taking “murmurations” made from birds.
Source: Daniel Biber
H/T: Daily BBNews
Photographer Daniel Biber has recently captured beautiful pictures when thousands of starlings formed giant bird-shapes on Catalonian skies. The photos won him a prize in an international photography competition. Enjoy the gallery below: