Netizens Stunned as Chicken Tries to Join Ducklings in a Lake: "Wrong Social Circle"

The sight of a chicken trying to swim like a duck in the lake left a nearby grandma utterly bewildered. The Chinese idiom "a crane standing among chickens" praises someone who stands out. But what about "a chicken standing among ducks"?

Recently, a video on Chinese social media captured such a scene. A chicken not only ventured into the water but also attempted to integrate with a group of ducks. However, the ending was less than welcoming.

The video shows an elderly woman washing her dog by a lake. Her puzzled expression catches the viewer's attention as she looks towards the water. The camera reveals a chicken swimming determinedly towards a group of ducks. Unfortunately for the chicken, the ducks weren't interested in making a new friend. They collectively sped off, leaving the lone chicken in the lake.

Netizens were quick to comment on the amusing scene:

• "The importance of a social circle."
• "Turning back is the shore." (Meaning: It's better to give up.)
• "Don't force your way into a duck circle you don't fit into."
• "Finally, the 'chicken talking to a duck' scenario has appeared!" (Meaning: Talking without being understood.)
• "The prejudice in the ducks' hearts is like a mountain."

Some viewers were surprised to learn that chickens could swim at all. While it's not common to see them in water, chickens do possess the ability to swim. However, their feathers aren't as waterproof as those of ducks or geese, limiting their swimming ability. Ultimately, the chicken and ducks were destined for different paths.