The Bird Influence In Ancient Egypt

Take a moment and ponder the roles that birds have played in our history. They have been revered as gods, as a form that gods take, as a messenger of peace and so much more. The bird has played a huge part in many classic works of fiction, movies and music.

They are more than just two legged, winged wild animals that come to take food out of your bird feeders. Their graceful abilities and keen senses have set them aside from many species in the animal kingdom. Mankind's first experience with birds as icons dates back to the time of the Egyptians and their religion.

If you look at ancient hieroglyphics, it is easy to see how big a role the bird played in Ancient Egypt. In fact one god, Horus, was said to have had the head of a falcon. His dominion was the sun and the moon but later he became the god of war. As a son to Isis and Osiris, Horus held a great fascination with many Egyptians. Stories of his famous battle with Set are still covered in books on religions in ancient times.

The above mentioned examples are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the bird. Wild birds have fascinated mankind for countless millenniums and will continue to do so. Perhaps it is the grace they exhibit or the fascinating history of which they have been a part. Whatever it is that draws mankind to songbirds, migratory birds or any other bird species, it is sure to remain the same.

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Knowing About Birds

Did you know that there are over 10,000 species of birds that occupy our planet? You can find a bird almost anywhere. You can find them in the most inhospitable of places and even the most congested.

Bird watching is a very popular hobby that has helped many people escape the confines of their homes and offices. Most bird watchers have a checklist and over time will try to spot each of the bird species on the list. You can easily become engrossed in finding your next bird.

Okay, the first thing you should know is that birds come in different sizes. This is very common knowledge and you have undoubtedly seen many different bird species. Just as an example, take the ostrich.

This is the biggest bird in the species and it is very easy to spot. You may not find them outside of a ranch or zoo in the Western Hemisphere but when you do see them, you will know it. On the opposite end of the spectrum are hummingbirds. You have to work at seeing these incredibly small, fast creatures.

Birds are not for everyone. Some people just do not like the species. However, if you do love watching these wild animals in their own habitats, then you will definitely enjoy being a bird watcher.

Do not worry about how many there are to see. Just concentrate on having a good time and enjoying yourself. It gets you out of the house and it will do your body and mind good to get outside and get some exercise.

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Birds Of Prey All Over Your Neighborhood

If you were in a group of people and asked each person what animal they would most like to be, then you could likely bank on the fact that few, if any, would want to be a bird. Most people associate birds with either domesticated fowl that is eaten or the small songbirds that flit around the yard.

Yet if you really give it some thought, birds of prey are incredibly impressive. These birds are smart, fast and strong, and have keen senses. Let someone else choose to be a lion; if you go with a bird of prey you will definitely have the upper hand.

Birds of prey are a large group in the bird classification. You have the smaller falcons and hawks but you also have the "jumbo jets" of the family. The Eagle is an American icon. It is a huge bird that can have a wingspan of up to 96 inches and can weigh as much as 15 pounds. They are excellent hunters and can eat anything from fish to small mammals.

Birds of prey fascinate most people once they become aware of the bird's incredible abilities. They have keen eyesight, a sharp sense of hearing and can quickly target their intended prey. The power of these birds is hard to measure as each family of birds differs in some way. So the next time someone wants to know what kind of animal you would like to be, definitely go with a bird of prey as your choice. You will far outclass any other animal someone lists.

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