Do birds of a feather really flock together? Yes, they do. Here’s some good info to know about birds of a feather.
What does that mean?
Birds of a feather means a group of similar birds that move together. The birds that move in groups move with their own specific species. Sparrows travel with sparrows and finches travel with finches.
Birds of a feather are kind of like families. They fly together, fight together, communicate and protect each other from harm. So, to understand how birds of a feather work together, think about your own family as birds of a feather. No matter what the individual quirks, you work as a team to better your chances of success.
Communication
Birds of a feather need to communicate nearly as much as they need to fly. Communication lets other birds know when there is danger lurking near by, when it’s time to leave and when its time to mate. Birds communicate by chirping and by singing. Birds make different noises to indicate different communications. Some birds make as many as 14 noises while others will only make three. It really depends on the species.
Where do they flock to?
Birds of a feather flock to many different places. Again, this depends on the birds. Many birds of a feather are migratory birds and will flock to the south when winter rolls around. If you live in a climate that has harsh winters, look in the sky next time fall rolls around and you’ll see a lot of birds moving down south.
Birds of a feather can move down south because they have built in radar systems and have great eye sight that helps them move from point a to point b. Birds of a feather also use each other for trip consultation, which helps them to stay on track.
Not all birds of a feather flock together. The hawk, for example, does not travel in flocks. It travels by itself or with another bird when it’s ready to mate. Moving together is usually reserved for birds that need protection and guidance that they can’t provide for themselves.
Not all birds of a feather move down south either. There are many birds that will tough out the winter and stay right at home. Cardinals are known for staying put, even in climates that get freezing cold temperatures. These birds use their survival skills to find food and water. These birds of a feather travel in pairs, although it’s not uncommon to see more than two together.
