Live and Fly like Birds

Avian admirers in India observe this day (January 5) as National Bird Day by bird watching, bird adoption, adding feeders and shelters, donating to bird sanctuary etc.

Birds hold a special place in our lives. These cute fluffy creatures always attract us with their beautiful colours, feathers, wings, beaks, eggs and sometimes tails, and above all, their chirping and singing. 

They are important for our ecosystem. They are indicators of the environment. They act as natural scavengers, as they control pests by eating them. Like bees and butterflies, birds also play role of pollinators by dispersing seeds.

But approximately 12 percent of the world’s bird species including 100 different species of parrots are in the danger of extinction in the next century due to destruction of their habitats and and illegal trade of pet birds.

The survival of the birds hinges on public awareness as well as support for conservation. In this connection, the contribution of the renowned ornithologist Dr Salim Ali, who was referred to as the ‘Birdman of India‘ can’t be forgotten. Then there is the Nest Man, Mr Rakesh Khatri, who has built over 2.5 lakh nests to shelter birds. But our own contribution to reduce their suffering should also not be forgotten.

A lot of things have also been observed and written about birds’ communication skills and migratory strategies. But there are so many things that we need to learn from them.

It’s time for breakfast, in perfect rhythm

On this occasion, I reiterate the 15 interesting facts about birds that we humans need to emulate.

1.   Birds don’t eat anything at night. 🦜

2.  Birds don’t roam at night.🦜

3.  Birds give lots of love to their chicks, when they need most.🦜

4. They teach their chicks at the right time what to eat and how to fly.🦜

5.  Birds never eat their fill. No matter how many grains you have put, they will fly away after eating a little.🦜

6.  Birds stop eating, when they fall sick.🦜

7.  Birds fall asleep early in night (except nocturnal and crepuscular ones) and wake up early in the morning chirping. They witness the most beautiful mornings.🦜

8. They never change their diet.🦜

9.  Birds keep doing some work without taking rest, except at night.🦜

10. Birds take only what is needed from nature.🦜

11.  They make their nest eco-friendly.🦜

12. They stick to their own language.🦜

13. Birds never change their flock.🦜

14. Birds let their chicks free after a certain age to lead their own independent lives.🦜

15. Birds sing even after a storm.🦜

If we learn a thing or two from these birds, our life will also be simpler, easier, healthier, more beautiful and worry free. They teach great life lessons, if we have patience and willingness to listen to their melodious songs.

Let’s develop and spread wings like them to fly rather than crawling through the life.

–Kaushal Kishore

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