In a scene straight out of Hitchcock's The Birds, a protective flock turned central London into their battleground, divebombing bewildered pedestrians who ventured too close to their chicks.
Shocking footage shows the avian assailants swooping dangerously low, their wings clipping the heads of startled passersby. The birds' aggressive defence strategy created an unusual spectacle in the heart of the city.
Nature's Air Force in Action
Witnesses described the birds executing precise bombing runs, with some victims forced to duck and cover. "It was like being in a feathery warzone," one shaken local reported. "They came out of nowhere - one minute I'm walking to work, the next I'm under aerial assault."
Experts Weigh In
Ornithologists explain this extreme behaviour as classic nesting season protectiveness. "Parent birds will stop at nothing to defend their young," explains wildlife expert Dr. Helen Carter. "What we're seeing is nature's version of a no-fly zone being enforced."
The incident has sparked both concern and fascination among locals, with many now giving the area a wide berth during peak nesting season. Wildlife officials advise maintaining distance and avoiding sudden movements if confronted by protective bird parents.
