A quirky video on TikTok has sparked laughter and commentary among users, showing two Cuban women observing a bird in their bathroom. The situation becomes comical when one of the women mistakes it for a peacock, suggesting, “It looks like an expensive bird, why not lock it up?”
Uploaded by the user @paparazzi_cubana_lbma, the clip quickly amassed thousands of views. In the footage, the bird is seen calmly perched as the women, clearly intrigued by its exotic appearance, engage in conversation. The humorous tone and confusion have captured the attention of users, who wasted no time in sharing memes and jokes about the incident.
The Star of the Show: The Rail
The bird in question appears to be a rail, a common species in Cuba and other Caribbean regions. Known scientifically as Aramides cajaneus, this bird is one of the more curious creatures in Cuba's ecosystem. Its colorful plumage and long legs might have led to its being mistaken for a peacock, especially by those unfamiliar with local wildlife.
Typically, rails inhabit areas near mangroves, rivers, and lagoons, making it unusual to find them in urban or domestic settings, such as the bathroom where it was spotted in the video.
Social Media Reactions
The video has prompted a wave of reactions on TikTok and other platforms. While some users highlight the ingenuity and spontaneity of the women, others have taken the opportunity to educate about the species. “That’s not a peacock, but it’s still pretty. Treat it well,” commented one user. Another noted, “In Cuba, anything can happen, even a rail ending up in your bathroom.”
This amusing and curious incident highlights the unique connection Cubans have with their natural surroundings, even when nature surprises them in the most unexpected places.