The Purple Wyrm

yths and legends from many corners of the globe include tales of magical birds. Three of the more popular tales include the Garuda bird, the Thunder bird, and the Roc. Whether symbolic or inspired by actual creatures, these five mythological birds amaze and delight.

Birds of Myth and Legend – The Phoenix

Most people are aware of the amazing regenerative properties of the phoenix, or firebird. This mystical bird was described in many ancient cultures from Phonecia, Egypt, ancient China, and even Africa. It was used in Christianity as a symbol of the rebirth and ressurection of Jesus Christ as well. This bird is usually described as gold and red. It lives for 1,000 years and then bursts into flames and dies to be reborn from the ashes.

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