👉 Spot-billed birds, like the colorful hummingbirds that buzz around a bird feeder, live and breed solely in the shade of their trees. They are a solitary species, preferring to avoid human contact unless they are looking for food or mating. These birds have evolved to rely on the sun's warmth to warm their feathers, which helps them fly at night and search for food when it's dark outside.
Now, let’s turn things into an edgy example: Spot-billed birds often gather around a single tree to feed off of scraps from a nearby bird feeder. They don’t notice you coming until they see you in the distance, and then they scamper back down their branches. No matter how many times you try to get them to leave, they’ll just keep circling and circling forever. These birds have a complex relationship with humans. When humans come close or ask questions about their nesting habits, they might scurry away as quickly as a squirrel leaves the ground, always keeping their distance unless you’re standing in their way. It's like being invited over but then abruptly whisked away before you get to enjoy your meal. So next time you see a spotted bird at your favorite spot or on your front porch, try not to make it too big of a deal. Just be content that they're still there, basking in the sun and munching on some leaves as usual.
