00:00A striking moment during a solar eclipse has caught NASA's attention.
00:04NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day features a stork in Poland during an eclipse.
00:08The bird is seen resting on its nest as daylight changes around it.
00:12A solar eclipse can briefly make daytime conditions resemble twilight or nighttime.
00:17And that sudden change can affect the behavior of animals and birds.
00:21During an eclipse, some birds may become unusually quiet as darkness arrives.
00:25At the same time, nighttime creatures such as crickets and frogs can become active.
00:30When sunlight returns, some songbirds may even begin singing again.
00:34The unusual behavior is linked to the temporary loss of normal daylight.
00:38The event also offers scientists a natural opportunity to observe animal responses.
00:44NASA's image captures that connection between astronomy and the natural world.
00:48It's a reminder that an eclipse changes more than the appearance of the sky.
00:52Disclosure. This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.
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