A dramatic flock of black birds was seen circling the skies above Austin, Texas, on the eve of Halloween, creating an eerie scene just hours before the spooky holiday.The footage captures the birds gathering in large numbers and swirling above the city, moving together in sweeping patterns across the sky. Their coordinated movements create a striking spectacle, with the dark flock resembling a scene straight out of a Halloween film.The sighting comes on October 30, when the approaching holiday adds an extra layer of atmosphere to the unusual display. With Halloween known for its association with dark imagery, mysterious creatures and spooky scenes, the birds’ appearance makes for a particularly fitting seasonal sight.Large flocks of birds can gather and move together for several reasons, including searching for food, finding a place to roost or responding to changes in their surroundings. However, without identifying the species, it is difficult to determine exactly what prompted this particular gathering over Austin.The footage offers a striking glimpse of the birds as they circle overhead, turning an ordinary view of the Texas sky into an atmospheric scene on the eve of Halloween.