Jackdaws use a democratic process before taking off en mass - study
Research shows that the birds tend to call to each other before taking off together, and the calls function as votes for when to leave.
A jackdaw grabs a piece of bread thrown by tourists, as Monte Rosa, Castor and Pollux mountains are seen in the background at the Gornergrat in Zermatt September 28, 2010. (photo credit: REUTERS/DENIS BALIBOUSE)ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFUpdated: