Nature’s Mystery: Watch the Hypnotic Dance of a Starling Murmuration

See thousands of starlings flock together to create breathtaking patterns across the sky. #starlings #murmuration #birds #starlingmurmuration #flockingbirds #foxweather Thousands of starlings flock together to create these swooping, swirling patterns across the sky. The mesmerizing aerial ballet is known as a murmuration. The name comes from the murmuring sound the starlings’ wings make while beating in unison. During a murmuration, studies have shown that each starling responds to six or seven of its nearest neighbors. Despite its mesmerizing beauty, the reason for this phenomenon is still a mystery. However, it is believed that murmurations protect starlings from predators as well as keep them warm at night. Produced/Edited: Lauren Leadmon How to Watch FOX Weather: Here’s how you can stay safe with the FOX Weather app: - Get alerts for dangerous weather in your area - Stream our 24/7 live coverage with our hurricane experts - Track storms in your area with the 3D mobile radar - Download for free on iOS and Android devices: Download the FOX Weather app: FOX Weather is a 24/7 ad-supported streaming service operated by FOX News Media. The platform builds upon FOX News Channel’s expansive newsgathering units and FOX Television Stations’ added resources with a combined 120 meteorologists for a comprehensive suite of weather products featuring local, regional and national reporting, in addition to live programming. Utilizing multiple radar systems, including an immersive mobile 3D radar, and a vast network of HD cameras located around the country, the service offers users an innovative approach to forecasting, including coverage surrounding all weather patterns, from immediate to long-term. FOX Weather is available via , the FOX Weather app on iOS and Android devices, as well as Tubi, Apple TV, Amazon, and Roku, through FOX’s Connected TV Apps. Follow FOX Weather on Facebook: Follow FOX Weather on Twitter: Follow FOX Weather on Instagram: Follow FOX Weather on TikTok: @foxweather