"The bird that leaves the flock is caught..." - South African Proverb

“The bird that leaves the flock is caught by the hawk.”

- South Africannature

Meaning

Separation from one's group exposes one to natural dangers.

Southern African bird flocks demonstrate safety in numbers. Sotho communities draw from this observation to advise communal loyalty.

Origin

South African

Language

Sotho

“The buffalo that is alone is easily killed by the lion.”

Zulu

“Cross the river in a crowd and the crocodile won't eat you.”

Malagasy

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