When I hear the word ‘prankster’, my mind immediately thinks of The Mask and Bart Simpson. They might have hearts of gold, but they’re real jerks. However, it’s not just imaginary characters who like to make people’s lives difficult — there are plenty of jokester animals out there, too. Chief among them are birds. And they’re just waiting for the perfect moment to pounce and ruin your day. A pity they’re usually the only ones laughing at their horrible jokes.

If you ever thought that all the types of birds are sweet, innocent, and fluffy, well, we can tell you that the only animals in the world like that are pandas. No, no, we’re not biased. Not one bit. You have to believe us. [Hides panda flag].

To show you the hidden dark side that dwells within the hearts of all birbs out there, Bored Panda presents to you this list, freshly forged in the halls of our Editorial Department. Upvote the jerkiest pet birds, let us know in the comments which ones you think are the worst offenders, and warn your friends that birds are not as cute as they seem! While you’re on a roll, have a look through Bored Panda’s other fun lists about cats being jerks, funny animals that don’t care about rules, and bosses acting like the biggest jerks on the planet.

#1

Angry Cockatoo Tears Down Anti-Bird Spikes And Throws Them To The Ground

Angry Cockatoo Tears Down Anti-Bird Spikes And Throws Them To The Ground

Isaac Sherring-Tito Report

#2

This Bird Waits For My Coworker To Show Up Every Morning. Then Spends The Day Looking At Itself In The Mirror And Shitting

This Bird Waits For My Coworker To Show Up Every Morning. Then Spends The Day Looking At Itself In The Mirror And Shitting

DeLoreanMotorCars Report

#3

Nice Paint Job. Be A Shame If Someone...

Nice Paint Job. Be A Shame If Someone...

mike_pants Report

You might be willing to give our flying feathered friends a pass, but there’s plenty of evidence to suggest that birds can be real cretins. Just like some people. Sometimes worse. From aggressive behavior to unquenchable greed, one look at these funny birds will have you thinking its an apt representation of what human society would look like after the Apocalypse. And if birds are distant descendants of dinosaurs, I’d rather not think of the dastardly pranks that a T-Rex and his pals would pull if they were ever cloned!

#4

I Don't Think This Bird Can Read

I Don't Think This Bird Can Read

10gags Report

varwenea
Community Member
4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe it's smart enough to turn it off?

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#5

Classic

Classic

bumann Report

#6

This Photo Of A Pelican Trying To Eat My Phone

This Photo Of A Pelican Trying To Eat My Phone

tinytoebeans0709 Report

It’s not just us who think birds are idiots. Scientists are on our side. Taki’s Magazine writes about the very worst flying egomaniacs who don’t care about anyone but themselves. Take hummingbirds as an example. The egoistically smart birds are so greedy, they claim bird feeders, and won’t let anyone else near them. Not even for a taste.

#7

Just Try To Frigging Cage Me Again

Just Try To Frigging Cage Me Again

JasonMcNugget1 Report

#8

[Screw] This Tree In Particular

[Screw] This Tree In Particular

littlemaryfivegrains Report

#9

So.. Did The Bunny Grow Wings And Go To Heaven?

So.. Did The Bunny Grow Wings And Go To Heaven?

fyeah11 Report

Now, are you ready for something spooky and chilling about crows? I warn you, you’ll never look at them the same again. Crows are, apparently, the living embodiments of gluttony. They eat everything. And I mean everything. From garbage to tiny, beautiful baby birbs. Crows have a special appetite for robins and bluebirds. I did warn you.

#10

Taken One Second Before Disaster

Taken One Second Before Disaster

neeveeann Report

#11

This Goose Is Fery Angry

This Goose Is Fery Angry

tabbyexe Report

Hans
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Goose-O-Guard reports top duty.

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#12

This Bird [friggin] Hates Spelling

This Bird [friggin] Hates Spelling

poliscijunki Report

Martata
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Verything should be a word. Meaning it's a lot of things.

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Oh, and if you thought that the majestic bald eagles are exempt from criticism, think again. They’re such jerks that even other birds think they’re jerks. Bald eagles are so inept at hunting, they usually steal other birds’ prey or eat carrion, like vultures. Yuck.

#13

Bird Trying To Snack On The Family Pet

Bird Trying To Snack On The Family Pet

MagTron14 Report

Janine B.
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pelicans are very curious. They examine everything with their beaks.

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#14

Sometimes When Billy Is With His Friends He Can Be A Bit Mischievous

Sometimes When Billy Is With His Friends He Can Be A Bit Mischievous

BurvelBillWithFriend Report

#15

This Happened

This Happened

Georgeisthecoolest Report

Shireen
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I need to know the story behind this photo! 😂

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Not to mention some of the biggest meanies around — Canada geese and swans. Canada geese are legendary for their aggressive animal behavior and are known for how often they attack people. Though, according to USA Today, they only do so because people are expanding into their territory and getting too close to their eggs or newborn birbs. The same goes for swans: though they’re graceful and beautiful, they will stop at nothing to defend their kids if anyone gets near them.

If you ever see a hummingbird eyeing your ice-cream or a crow looking at you funny — drop everything and run. Hide. And lock the doors. Otherwise, you might be another victim of jerk birds.

#16

The Australian Firehawks

The Australian Firehawks

Australian firehawks proactively spread wildfires. Observers report both solo and cooperative attempts, often successful, to spread wildfires intentionally via single-occasion or repeated transport of burning sticks in talons or beaks. After succesfully spreading the fire, the "firehawks" are able to pick out fleeing prey or mung on the charred remains of those critters who didn't make it out in time.

Boojibs Report

#17

Who's Laughing Now Ass****?

Who's Laughing Now Ass****?

kaitkait Report

#18

"Is This Cake Batter?!" *dunks Entire Head In*

"Is This Cake Batter?!" *dunks Entire Head In*

GallowBoob Report

#20

Basically A Summary Of What Its Like To Own A Bird

Basically A Summary Of What Its Like To Own A Bird

Gracynvh Report

Tahani
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks so pleased with themselves!

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#21

Keeps Pecking The Window And Shouting At Me While I'm Trying To Work. D**k

Keeps Pecking The Window And Shouting At Me While I'm Trying To Work. D**k

Mustardbyname Report

Jayden Michael
Community Member
4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"You didn't pay this month's rent, Jared!"

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#22

Payback To The Masters

Payback To The Masters

JohnnyLad93 Report

#23

This Hawk Has Approximately Zero F**ks To Give About The Bees

This Hawk Has Approximately Zero F**ks To Give About The Bees

Rganibi Report

Hans
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I might mix things up, but I think there are sveveral species of Hawk who are "bee-proof".

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#24

It Looks Better On The Floor, Karen

It Looks Better On The Floor, Karen

jordanekebab Report

#25

So This Dick Takes The Best Parking Spot Today

So This Dick Takes The Best Parking Spot Today

XDEC Report

#26

From The National Aquarium Of New Zealand

From The National Aquarium Of New Zealand

RomanticPervertRopes Report

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#27

Sister Wanted To Pet Chicken, Chicken Disagreed

Sister Wanted To Pet Chicken, Chicken Disagreed

spx1e Report

#28

Mr. Steal Your Fries

Mr. Steal Your Fries

OutVoid Report

Luis Milian
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

when you have to take the grocery bags from the car inside the house

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#29

Just A Nibble

Just A Nibble

spiceguys Report

Stormschance
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Our cats learned very quickly not to mess with our conures

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#33

“Guess I’ll Nest On This [friggin] Coffee” - Pigeon

“Guess I’ll Nest On This [friggin] Coffee” - Pigeon

GallowBoob Report

#34

Birds Being Jerks

Birds Being Jerks

JohnnyLad93 Report

Monday
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

African Greys are little assholes....they'll have one favourite person and everyone else is a chew toy

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#35

No Hooman You All Will Not Facetime Without Me!

No Hooman You All Will Not Facetime Without Me!

wiseuptx Report

#36

This Adorable Little Asshole Eating My Sammich While Standing On The Goddamn Piece Of Bread I Gave Him

This Adorable Little Asshole Eating My Sammich While Standing On The Goddamn Piece Of Bread I Gave Him

Butterfly_Queef Report

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#37

It Looks Like Dozens Of Birds Decided To Sh*t On One Car At My Work

It Looks Like Dozens Of Birds Decided To Sh*t On One Car At My Work

Guy_who_agrees_ Report

#38

Theft Bird

Theft Bird

desertgodfather Report

#39

Yoink

Yoink

unknown Report

varwenea
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The look of surprise on his face as he watches the rest of ice cream cone take flight

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#40

My Friend Took This Down At The Beach The Other Day... Need I Say More?

My Friend Took This Down At The Beach The Other Day... Need I Say More?

sophielola_ Report

#41

The Cement Wasn’t Dry Yet..but Who Cares If You’re This Bird...

The Cement Wasn’t Dry Yet..but Who Cares If You’re This Bird...

JohnnyLad93 Report

varwenea
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Canadian goose are a-holes, breaking the normal "Canadians are nice" myth.

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#42

A Hawk Used My Car As A Dinner Plate This Morning

A Hawk Used My Car As A Dinner Plate This Morning

engineer343 Report

#43

Duck Gives No Ducks

Duck Gives No Ducks

unknown Report

#45

Beware Of The Cobra Chicken

Beware Of The Cobra Chicken

yeerk_slayer Report

Queen MT [lol nope]
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

lmao there is a lake near my house and the Canadian geese there dont know the phrase "calm thyself" and lets just say that i had run home far too many times

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#46

Making My Son Cry Because She Stole His Sucker. And The Look In Those Eyes Is Pure Evil

Making My Son Cry Because She Stole His Sucker. And The Look In Those Eyes Is Pure Evil

Underrated_buzzard Report

AzKhaleesi
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

awwww the sucker matches him / her. I love Sun Conures, that's gonna be my next conure.

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#47

This Goose Blocking The Road

This Goose Blocking The Road

cu_alt Report

Rowlie
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm like a bird, I only stay in a way. I don't know where Your home is, I don't care where Your home is

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#48

Get A Load Of This Ass****...

Get A Load Of This Ass****...

sarahsjoking Report

Martata
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He looks like he's smiling. So proud he is. (or she)

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#49

Trying To Take A Picture Posing With The Birds

Trying To Take A Picture Posing With The Birds

reddit Report

Hans
Community Member
4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why does this lady make evil grimaces to scare away the peaceful birds?

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#50

Seagull Attack

Seagull Attack

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