Crowds gathered in central Warsaw for Poland's annual Bird Imitation Championships, where participants recreate the hoots, chirps and whistles of native bird species.⁣ ⁣ This year's title was awarded to Irena Rosiewicz, who captivated judges with her rendition of the common rosefinch, a migratory songbird native to Eurasia.⁣ ⁣ Highlighting the event's significance, spectator and local official Krzysztof noted, "It is a way of promoting this attitude towards birds and also knowledge of birdsong, which is gradually disappearing. ⁣ ⁣ That is why events like this are very, very welcome."⁣ ⁣ #birdsong #ecology #environment #poland #bird