This footage of starling murmurations was captured on the Somerset Levels by one of our crew today. Just stunning 😍 | ITV News West Country

When large groups of starlings fly together in a coordinated, swirling, and seemingly synchronized pattern (as shown here), it's called a “murmuration." It can consist of hundreds or even thousands of starlings! Scientists believe starlings form murmurations as a defense mechanism against predators, making it difficult for a single bird to be targeted. From the outside, it presents a beautiful sight. 🎥: @claireonline | VegNews

29K views · 706 reactions |  A captivating murmuration was observed over Lincoln, England, on February 9, with several small groups of starlings coming together to eventually form one large murmuration. Elizabeth Fish spotted the birds as she was walking out of a store. She said she “looked up to see all these starlings grouping and dancing together.” #Murmuration #Birds #Nature #Wildlife | Environmental Defense Fund | Facebook

A murmuration of starlings dancing a magical show at the end of the day. Beautiful! 💚 ~ 📽 Thank you @claireonline via @earthpix . . . . . . #earthpix #murmuration #netherlands #birds #flyaway #starlings #theweekendisheresoflyaway #fly #lovenature #abcaustralia #organicgardenermag | ABC Organic Gardener