Every winter, thousands of starlings migrate from Northern Europe to Rome, seeking a milder climate. At sunset, they fill the sky with breathtaking aerial displays—huge flocks twisting and turning in perfect synchrony, like living clouds. This mesmerizing dance attracts tourists, photographers, and scientists alike.
But the spectacle comes with downsides: the birds’ droppings litter streets and cars, creating mess and frustration for residents. Despite efforts to deter them with lights and noise, the starlings return each year, undeterred and unstoppable.