The bird flapped its wings at me as if to say something.

The bird flapped its wings at me and explained it as follows:

1. Welcome and closeness: Birds flap their wings to welcome you or show that they feel close to you. This shows that they don't regard you as a threat, or are interested and curious about you.

2. Greeting and socializing: Birds may flap their wings in the morning, at dusk or when they meet familiar people or animals. This is usually a social behavior. They may be greeting you, saying they are happy to meet you, or expressing some feelings for you.

3. Warning or defense: If you are too close to the nest, or you pose a threat to them, birds may flap their wings to show warning or defense. This is an instinctive reaction, the purpose of which is to make you leave or stay away.

4. Courtship or mating: During the breeding season, males may flap their wings to attract their attention and show their courtship dance. This may also be a signal before mating.

5. Get attention: If you encounter difficulties somewhere, such as being unable to fly out of the nest or get food, birds may flap their wings to attract your attention and help you solve the problem.

Characteristics of birds:

1, body structure: Birds are usually small and exquisite, covered with feathers, which can keep warm and keep fit. Their wings, tails and legs have evolved to fly and land easily in the air. In addition, birds' heads are usually small, which helps them to keep balance in flight.

2. Eating habits: The eating habits of birds vary from species to species. Some birds are omnivorous, eating insects, fruits and seeds. Other birds are carnivores and feed on other small animals or insects. No matter what kind of bird it is, it needs to keep looking for food to sustain its life.

3. Social behavior: Birds are social animals, usually living together. Different kinds of birds have different social habits. Some birds like to live in groups, while others like to live alone. When birds feel dangerous, they usually sound to warn other birds. In addition, birds also engage in many other social behaviors, such as grooming each other to enhance relationships.