A murmuration is either an act or instance of murmuring, or a flock of starlings.
A murmuration.
The cast of Murmuration - 2011 includes: Sophie Windsor Clive
A Murmuration if remember correctly :-)
A group of starlings is called a murmuration. It can also be called a chattering.
The name for a collective
The collective nouns for sparrows are:a host of sparrowsa meinie of sparrowsa quarrel of sparrowsa tribe of sparrowsa ubiquity of sparrows
No, murmuration does not apply only to starlings; it refers to a phenomenon where large groups of birds, particularly those that flock, move together in a coordinated and fluid manner. While starlings are the most famous examples due to their impressive aerial displays, other species, such as swallows and some species of finches, can also exhibit similar flocking behavior. The term captures the essence of collective movement in birds, regardless of species.
Murmuration refers to the spectacular phenomenon where large flocks of birds, particularly starlings, swoop and swirl together in intricate, coordinated patterns in the sky. This behavior is thought to provide various benefits, such as protection from predators and improved foraging efficiency. The synchronized movements create a stunning visual display, often resembling a flowing, undulating cloud of birds. Scientists study murmurations to understand the principles of collective behavior and communication in animal groups.
A Flock of Seagulls
The collective noun is amurmuration of starlings. The collective noun 'murmuration' suits the starlings very well, for a starling is a 'dark-coloured, noisy bird' which always seems to murmur, especially in a group.
It is a flock of birds. Specific species of birds have their own group or collective name, Starlings: Chattering, affliction, murmuration, scourge, constellation. Crows: Murder, congress, horde, muster, cauldron. Personally, I stick to calling them a flock - it is easier to remember!
It is a flock of birds. Specific species of birds have their own group or collective name, Starlings: Chattering, affliction, murmuration, scourge, constellation. Crows: Murder, congress, horde, muster, cauldron. Personally, I stick to calling them a flock - it is easier to remember!