Land Birds — Light rain does not affect most birds. Their feathers shed rain and trap air against their bodies to help keep them warm. But heavy rains prompt them to seek shelter in bushes and trees. They remain motionless and conserve energy much as they do at night.

What do birds do when it is raining?

So during a light rain birds generally stay out, finding food and living their lives. They stay dry with their water-repelling plumage just as you might with a good rain suit. If the rain is too hard, however, or is accompanied by winds, then birds need to seek shelter. We discuss this next.

Are birds active after rain?

After rain showers, we have a profuse amount of activity, with birds flying between the trees and a noticeable increase of chirping. ... Rain can create changes in the environment, too, bringing worms to the surface and insects out to dry themselves.