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Battling the Cowbirds
In this video, you will learn about a problem discovered by Jeff Hoover, a scientist who was studying warblers. To help the warbler chicks survive, Hoover removed cowbird eggs from warbler nests. However, he later discovered that the warbler eggs in these nests had been destroyed, and it seemed that the cowbirds might be responsible. As you watch, think about how the cowbirds are personified as villains—evil characters—at the end of the video.
Click on the left to watch the video.
The video asks if the cowbirds' behavior might be “revenge.” Revenge is punishing someone who has harmed you, whether they meant to or not. Do you think this personification of the cowbird is appropriate? Why or why not?