Thanks, both of you! Cacophony--I can totally see where you wouldn't even bother changing your own form when you have a whole world at your disposal. I really don't know why I tried it.

Kulananda--when I tried to take this form, all I did was close my eyes and spin (my best bet in general for scenery change) and told myself I'd open my eyes as a bird. My subconscious assigned the specific bird and the environment. I'll see what effects a more meditative and thorough approach has. Thanks!