Tagged: mythic birds

Roman, Greek or Egyptian mythologies speak about an amazing mythical firebird, Phoenix, a symbol of Sun, immortality, rebirth, resurrection and eternal life. Phoenix is known in various forms and by various names throughout the Middle East, the Mediterranean, and Europe. This mythical creature has its...

In Greek mythology, the Stymphalian Birds with beaks and wings of iron looked like winged maidens with birds’ feet. While shape-shifting into sirens, they lured people into the swamps. Their droppings were poisonous and sharp iron feathers could easily kill and wound people and herds...