dozens of different birds flutter and land on the sturdy branches of an old oak tree. The birds arrange themselves along the branches, tucking their heads under their wings as twilight approaches. As more birds arrive, they find spots among their companions who are already settled. The tree becomes filled with roosting birds of various species all gathering in the same safe place. Small woodland creatures below look up at the tree full of resting birds. The forest around them grows quiet as night falls over their shared sleeping area. a place where birds regularly settle or congregate to rest at night, or sleep