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environment2 years ago•7 min saved

Birds Embrace All Architecture, Hostile or Not

Birds, particularly crows and magpies, are using anti-bird spikes, typically installed to deter nesting birds, as materials for their nests. Researchers have observed nests made from these spikes, showcasing the birds' ability to adapt and utilize human-made objects. The nests have gained attention on social media and have been hailed as acts of rebellion against hostile architecture. The findings highlight the impact of urbanization on bird habitats and the need for more green spaces.

via Defector|

#anti-bird-spikes #birds #environment

wildlife2 years ago•4 min saved

Birds Turn Anti-Bird Spikes into Fortresses

European birds, specifically carrion crows and magpies, are using anti-bird spikes, designed to keep them away from human infrastructure, to build armored nests for their chicks. The birds repurpose the spikes by coiling them inward or incorporating them into the top of their nests, potentially serving as a base or protection against predators. While birds commonly use human-made objects for nest-building, this behavior is the first documented instance of birds using anti-bird spikes in this way. Scientists are intrigued by the possibility that magpies are using the spikes functionally, and further research is needed to determine if thorny materials help magpies raise more chicks. The study highlights the adaptability of urban wildlife and encourages embracing their presence rather than fighting against it.

via National Geographic|

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wildlife2 years ago•1 min saved

Birds Turn the Tables: Using 'Anti-Bird' Spikes to Fortify Nests

Birds, specifically magpies and crows, have been observed stealing anti-bird spikes installed on buildings and using them to build their nests. Researchers from Dutch natural history museums discovered this phenomenon in a hospital courtyard in Antwerp, where magpies had constructed a nest using around 1,500 stolen spikes. The behavior is seen as an "ultimate adaptation to life in the city," providing an urban alternative to thorny branches for nest protection. Similar nests have been found in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Scotland, and other sharp materials like barbed wire and knitting needles are also used by magpies for nest construction.

via Sky News|

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animal-behavior2 years ago•2 min saved

"Avian Retribution: Birds Turn the Tables with Anti-Bird Spikes in Nests"

Birds in cities are using anti-bird spikes, originally designed to keep them away, as weapons around their nests to protect against pests. Dutch researchers have found evidence of birds positioning the sharp spikes outwards, creating a fortress-like structure. This is the first well-documented study showing birds using anti-bird spikes in this way. The adaptability and determination of birds to protect their nests demonstrate their remarkable ability to adapt to their environment. While it may be an annoyance for humans, the researchers see it as a "beautiful revenge" as birds use human-made materials to build nests and increase their population.

via BBC|

#adaptability #animal-behavior #anti-bird-spikes

animals2 years ago•2 min saved

"Clever Crows: Turning Anti-Bird Spikes into Nests"

Carrion crows and Eurasian magpies have been observed using anti-bird spikes as materials for their nests, strategically positioning them to potentially defend against predatory birds. These metal pins, typically used to deter birds, serve to secure twigs and support the nest structure. This behavior highlights the adaptability of birds in utilizing man-made materials for nest construction, as seen in previous instances such as the Australian 'Parkdale Pigeon' nesting on top of anti-bird spikes.

via Boing Boing|

#animals #anti-bird-spikes #bird-behavior