Birds Are Done Being Cute—And Here's What Happened (24 Photos)

Dogs and cats have monopolized the internet for far too long—and completely undeservedly. Birds are pulling off coups, brandishing scissors, ripping anti-bird spikes off roofs, and looking down on humans with pure, unadulterated superiority. Before our feathered lords sue us for defamation, here are 20+ hilarious proofs that birds are secretly running the world.







The shoebill stork looks like a guy in a bird suit who just got caught doing something shady.





This rooster decided to clarify the chain of command once and for all. The eagle chose not to argue.



This cockatoo ripped anti-bird spikes right off the roof and threw them down. Because nobody tells him where he can sit.



Five minutes of silent sulking because his human wouldn't let him chew on her phone case. The drama is real.



The parrot found a mug shaped like himself and took it personally. Hannibal Lecter-bird does not forgive plagiarism.



The investigation concluded: the loser went home without seeds. The winner plays it cool, but he remembers everything.



The owner spent three months trying to get a group photo. This was the absolute best attempt.



The owl and the banana: an ancient feud. Who started it remains a mystery lost to history.



"Hand over the birdseed and nobody gets hurt." The parrot holding scissors leaves no room for doubt.



The chickens locked the kids behind bars and are casually roaming the room.



Judging by their poses, they just struck a deal. Details of the negotiations remain strictly confidential.



This is exactly how most people look at 7 AM on a Monday. This cockatoo knows the pain.



A modern-day phoenix. Rising from a spotlight instead of ashes, but still dramatic as ever.



This duck definitely busted down the gate and broke out.



You still have a reason to live! If only for breadcrumbs and this iconic photo.



Armed with a wooden sword, this parrot is just waiting for someone to say birds aren't dangerous.



If Marilyn Monroe were reincarnated as a pigeon, it would look exactly like this. That gust of wind was merciless.



The bird is inspecting the chainsaw like a certified pro. Ornithologists have yet to issue an official comment.



This photo radiates the energy of a bird that knows way more about you than you'd care to admit.



A treadmill, a crucifix, and a white cockatoo. An exorcism is definitely happening here—and it’s not calories being burned.



"Good evening." Geese don't care about your plans—they've already decided your fate for you.



A cockatoo with photoshopped buff arms looks more intimidating than most gym bros.



Dad sent this selfie. The hen was screaming louder. It's pretty clear who's actually in charge.

Do you have any feathery friends with a whole lot of attitude? Tell us all about them in the comments!