Birds of a Feather
As you may know, Elzy Milling & Trade offers a wide variety of wild bird seeds that can be bought in bulk or by the pound. Hummingbirds, bluebirds, and cardinals are just some of the winged friends you might attract with our seeds! How much do you know about the mythical and superstitious origins of wild birds? Here are some popular examples. Since the early days of mankind, birds were thought to be messengers of the gods--long before we ever used them to send messages between humans. And since they inhabit every continent, there is so much interesting lore about them that differs by country! In many cultures due to widespread Christianity, a white dove is a symbol of peace. In ancient Greece, though, cranes and eagles were thought to be sacred due to their religious connections. In yet another region of the world, the wild quetzal was a spiritual bird for many Mesoamericans, while among the Yoruba people of Africa, the parrot is sacred. Here are a few more avian tidbits: In the ...