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Murmuration from Islands & Rivers on Vimeo.

This video fills me with awe for the natural world, and all that we do not know.

When this flock of Starlings turns in unison, it’s called a phase transition. Scientists have studied this phenomenon, and they relate it more to physics than biology. However, they don’t yet fully understand why or how this “murmeration” occurs. Learn more about this here.

Sometimes you just need a little laugh — this one did it for me. I especially like the first comment:

Physics: “Sorry, cat. You can’t do that. There is not enough volume inside of the box.”
Maru: “You misunderstand. I am a cat and a box is involved. Physics no longer apply.”
Physics: “But…”
Maru: “Save your breath, as I am already inside of the box.”
Physics: “But…!”