The wonder of tailorbirds' nests

In nature, there are spectacles that truly leave one speechless. Some animals are capable of building structures so complicated that they rival much of modern engineering. Such is the case with the tailorbirds (Orthotomus is the scientific name of this family, which includes various types of birds that are very similar to each other).

Widespread throughout tropical Asia, it is easy to find in urban areas, easily recognisable by its chirping. The peculiarity of this beautiful bird is that it creates beautiful nests using leaves that are then pierced and 'sewn' together, creating unique spectacles.

This animal was also immortalised by the writer Rudyard Kipling under the name 'Darzee' in 'The Jungle Book'.