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Gina Nichol – FLOCKOLOGY: Unravelling the Mysteries of Bird Flocks
February 10, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
As birders and wildlife enthusiasts, we can’t help but marvel at large gatherings of birds. Many bird species spend time in flocks that can range in size from just a few birds to tens of thousands, even millions. Flocks of birds, whether they be in the air or on the ground, can offer a magnificent spectacle. This presentation asks the question, why do birds form flocks? It explores the phenomenon of bird gatherings with vivid photographs, anecdotes and video clips and delves into the intriguing dynamics of assemblies of birds. The choreography of mass movements such as starling murmurations and the benefits of flocking behavior are examined as they relate to breeding, protection, and even avian baby sitting services. Gina Nichol, the founder and principal tour leader of Sunrise Birding, will also discuss the advantages and disadvantages of flocking and collective names used to identify groups of birds.
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