Dance of the Dunlins by Ray Hamlyn

Dance of the Dunlins by Ray Hamlyn



Flocking behavior in shorebirds is one of the most beautiful ballets in nature. Computer simulations have shown this behavior is explained by each bird following a few simple rules, but overall effect is that the flock is performing a elaborate dance that begs to be set to music.

Dance of the Dunlins by Ray Hamlyn
Dunlin, Calidris alpina

Video “Dance of the Dunlins” courtesy of Ray Hamlyn.

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