Quote by Gore Vidal

To a man, ornithologists are tall, slender, and bearded so that they can stand motionless for hours, imitating kindly trees, as they watch for birds.

To a man, ornithologists are tall, slender, and bearded so t

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This quote humorously presents the stereotypical image of ornithologists as tall, slender, and bearded individuals who adopt a tree-like posture for long periods to observe birds. It playfully suggests that these traits are essential for successfully blending into the natural environment and not alarming the birds. However, this explanation serves to highlight the exaggeration and perhaps the charming quirkiness associated with the profession of ornithology.

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