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These massive bird nests on telephone poles look like Dr. Seuss art

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Feb 03, 2026
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Lost Found Art on Instagram: "The massive nests of the sociable…

Sociable weaver birds in the Kalahari Desert have adapted to the scarcity of trees by building their massive communal nests on telephone poles instead. Some of these nests appear to be as large as a truck. These photos from Lostfoundartny on Instagram look like something out of a Dr. Seuss illustration.

“These small birds are known for their impressive c…

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