[BEWARE] 'Birds Aren't Real' Conspiracy Theory Trends on Social Media: How it Started & Why Do People Believe It?

The "Birds Aren't Real" conspiracy theory is trending all around social media in the present and a lot of people are believing it. However, there is still many who think it is bogus and a misconception, brought only by the playful minds which root deeply in proving something unreal and unseen in this world.

Conspiracy theory groups like QAnon have been shut down on social media, especially as they bordered more on spreading misinformation and fallacies, instead of creating a unique point-of-view of society in general.

What is 'Birds Aren't Real?'

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"Birds Aren't Real" is a new conspiracy theory group that has made its way to mainstream social media, and has amassed massive followers particularly on its Instagram page which is verified by the company. They have different social media platforms like Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook, but Instagram is where the group is most popular.

Moreover, it has focused on proving that the birds that people see today are drones, which was a project done by former President Barack Obama in 2001 when he was still a state senator. The drones of these birds are believed by the group to be AI-powered (artificial intelligence), and mechanical robotic clones of the real ones.

Its website said that birds are always on power lines because they charge there, one explanation that "birds aren't real." Its YouTube channel has also claimed that the belief was formed as early as 1976, and has been researching the case of the fake birds that people see.

Why Are They Trending or Popular?

The movement of "Birds Aren't Real" has been pretty popular, having amassed a massive following and devoted believers of the cause. However, some people comment on their posts to be trolling with them, and some are still skeptical of their posts and beliefs.

The belief or conspiracy theory of the group border on explanations that focus on behaviors of birds like sitting in power lines, flying in flocks, and more, to be "proof" that they are fake animals or drones already.

How did 'Birds Aren't Real' Started?

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The group claimed that they have started studying this phenomenon since 1976, but the actual posting that they did on social media shows that the movement was started three to four years ago in 2017.

Additionally, the group has been going in public places to campaign that "birds are not real," by protesting and shouting at people to change their beliefs and let them know of this conspiracy.

Beware of 'Birds Aren't Real'

It is important to practice safety in social media, especially when tackling or reading these posts even if it is for educational purposes, as they are quite persuasive and insistent.

Conspiracy theories such as "Birds Aren't Real" border on misinformation or fake news, designed to convince people to believe a cause, so users should take precautions in dealing with these kinds of content, as it could be potentially dangerous.

Written by Isaiah Richard

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