Starling murmurations in Israel — A flock of migrating starlings forms a heart shape over the southern Israeli village of Tidhar on Wednesday, February 12. Oded Balilty/AP Starling murmurations in Israel — A flock of starlings is called a murmuration. Oded Balilty/AP Starling murmurations in Israel — The birds create patterns in the sky as they swoop in unison. Oded Balilty/AP Starling murmurations in Israel — These murmurations happen just before the birds roost down for the night. Oded Balilty/AP Starling murmurations in Israel — The birds twist and turn above a building in Tidhar. Oded Balilty/AP Starling murmurations in Israel — The phenomenon is most common in winter. Oded Balilty/AP Starling murmurations in Israel — Starling murmurations are considered one of the most mesmerizing sights in nature. Oded Balilty/AP Starling murmurations in Israel — The moon is seen in the distance as the starlings fly overhead. Oded Balilty/AP Prev Next
