I observed the habits of birds, when they are perched hedges on a tree. Most birds find a secure place as in the first two photographs to hold on to a resilient branch. The next three photos show the Mynah was perched on a slender branch. 

It was, then it occurred to me that the Mynah did not need a strong branch to perch on t feel secure. It relied on its ability to fly and protect itself in case the slender branch gave way. 

What a consoling thought!