Birds aren't all that bad

I am not a huge fan of birds, but this video has definitely helped me to appreciate one aspect of these feathered travelers—they can look really pretty when they fly.
 

Murmuration from Sophie Windsor Clive on Vimeo.

Elegance on two legs

I honestly don't like birds. They get on my nerves. However, there are a few birds that I think are very beautiful and therefore respect. The number one on my list are Japanese cranes. I think they are so gorgeous—almost poetic. The best thing about them is that they aren't awkward on their legs like flamingos (or pink). In fact, their color is one of the reasons I like them so much—red, white and black, one of the best classic color palettes—although overused. Enjoy the image above as eye candy.

Image Japanese Cranes in snow storm by Larry Etkin

Birdbrain is no longer an insult

Apparently, birds are pretty ingenious. Makes you wonder if they should switch from studying monkeys and choose birds instead.