Natural History Wanderings

Vox reported in a story on “How do animal instincts work?”

In the forests of Asia lives a small bird with a very apt name — the common tailorbird. These animals, which are covered in a coat of green, gray, and chestnut feathers, are known for their ability to sew leaves together to create a nest.

The birds poke holes in leaves and then, using their beak as a needle, stitch them together with bits of spider web, plant fibers, or other string-like materials. It’s pretty incredible to watch.

Read more: How do animal instincts work? | Vox