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Acrylic Blox : Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) coming in to roost at Shapwick, Somerset Levels, Somerset, England, UK
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Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) coming in to roost at Shapwick, Somerset Levels, Somerset, England, UK
Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) coming in to roost at Shapwick, Somerset Levels, Somerset, England, UK. Photographer quote: Several million starlings roost on the Somerset Levels during the winter months. Arriving at dusk, their displays can be mesmerizing. Did you know? Mass gatherings of starlings are referred to as murmurations. Their twisting flight often comprising a million or more birds is often in response to a predator
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2020vision Clouds Dusk Flying Mass Patterns Picday Somerset Levels Songbirds Starlings Sturnidae Sturnus Vulgaris Sunset Wetlands
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Mesmerizing Murmurations - Starlings Paint the Somerset Sky
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. In this breathtaking photo print, captured by an expert photographer at Shapwick in Somerset, England, we witness a truly awe-inspiring natural spectacle. As dusk descends upon the picturesque Somerset Levels, several million starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) gracefully swoop and swirl through the sky, creating mesmerizing patterns against a backdrop of vibrant clouds. Did you know that these mass gatherings of starlings are called murmurations? It's no wonder why! The twisting flight of these songbirds is not only a stunning display but also serves as a clever defense mechanism against predators. With their synchronized movements and incredible numbers - sometimes exceeding one million birds - they create an enchanting ballet in response to potential threats. The beauty of this scene lies not only in the harmony between nature and wildlife but also in the tranquility it brings to our hearts. As we gaze upon this image, we can almost feel ourselves being transported into their world – a world where sunsets paint the horizon with warm hues and wetlands provide sanctuary for countless species. So let us marvel at this snapshot frozen in time; an ode to nature's wonders and its ability to unite creatures big and small under one vast sky. Let it serve as a reminder that even amidst chaos, there is always room for harmony – just like those starlings dancing across the heavens above Somerset.
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