European Starling whistles duet with Rescuer when reunited after being apart for 2 years!

My starling “Peeps” is now 14 years old and still going strong, with lots of singing, talking, and of course kisses. I’ve had peeps since before her eyes were open and before she had any feathers.

This was just beautiful. My Auntie just passed away yesterday and I’ve been feeling lost. I didn’t come upon this by accident, she was a birder and this filled me up with peace and love. Thank you so very much.

I raised a starling too...male i believe. I named him "Horus". He stayed with me until he fledged and flew away with the local starling flock. After a couple of weeks he returned (on fathers day), landed on my shoulder, put his beak in my ear as he liked to do and finally flew away. I haven't seen him since. I assume he's found a mate and started his own family by now.

It's very touching when Sparky remembers her. I was impressed by how well Sparky can talk.

I had no idea starlings could talk? Birds are so much smarter than we take them for xx

I miss my rescued Crow...I am in tears watching this! Birds are so intelligent!

The fact that you're teaching her to sing "Amazing Grace" was not lost on me. We get lots of starlings here in Vegas during the winter months. They will play catch, just like the Grackles. So far, in the past 8 years, I've rescued 12 pigeons, 2 sparrows and 1 mockingbird 1 of the sparrows still lives in the palm tree in my yard and 1 of the pigeons lives on the roof of the building across the street. Both are daily visitors and still my buddies after 2 years. I'm all the way in. I'm a lifer at this point. The only way you could get me to stop is if you put me in a place where there are no birds.

I cried when I saw this. Animals never cease to amaze me. I especially love birds. They are such a joy. Such a nice video.

Its hard to whistle when you are crying. What a sweet bird.

I love how you taught her to sing positive things. You are a good bird mom.

This is so precious. I am glad you had the opportunity to reunite with her. Blessings to you both.

OMG!! I had no idea starlings could talk. This is amazing. And the clarity of her voice is incredible... listen when she says “Sparky’s a good girl” after she sings her duet. Sounds like REAL human.

Birds have deep, mystical animal souls. It’s remarkable, if you’re tuned into them, how they can go from being hilarious little goofballs to suddenly and seamlessly becoming a still, hypnotic presence reflecting back to us the stirrings happening within our own human souls. Your bond with Sparky is special and beautiful to watch. For such a tiny little being to cast such a huge spell upon your heart was an amazing moment to capture.

I have two male starlings that I raised as babies. They are absolutely remarkable little birdies. They are spoiled rotten. I almost cried when she teared up because I can understand that love ❤️ 😍

That moment of recognition through shared song was touching.

Starlings are very special birds. Their murmuration is one of the most astounding things in nature. This little girl is something else 🐦

I would never look at a "wild" bird in the same way again. How amazing to be sharing our planet with these wonderful little beings. And after a full day of anything but, the calmness and serenity of this video brings me back down to ground. Thanks!

The sweetest love flows when one opens their heart to a birdie. "Was blind but now I see..." Tiny sentient beings.

i like how she's so much quieter when she's on your shoulder, she knows she doesnt have to shout.

OMG...absolutely precious...it doesn't get much better than this...your heart...makes me cry with you. She still knows you, remembers you...loves you...