Skip to Content
  • About
Naturalist's Guide
  • Cosmos
  • Botanicals
  • Wildlife
  • Guides
  • Shop
Naturalist's Guide
  • Cosmos
  • Botanicals
  • Wildlife
  • Guides
  • Shop

folklore

Home / folklore (Page 2)
Cardinal on a branch
Share

Cardinals Are Believed To Be Messengers Between The Spiritual And Natural Worlds

Updated on April 11, 2024March 24, 2024

Cardinals are believed to be messengers between the spiritual and natural worlds—often connecting us to a loved one that has passed. Many Native American tribes associate the cardinal with the spiritual and natural worlds—such as being the daughter of the Sun or that they serve as matchmakers for lovers.  Cardinals are also symbolized as a …

Silhouette of a wolf howling at a full moon in a twilight wilderness setting.
Share

The January full moon is called the “Wolf Moon” 

Updated on January 8, 2025January 25, 2024

The first full moon of the year occurs on January 25th and is called the Wolf Moon. The name likely refers to the howling of wolves that was often heard during this time of year. It’s thought that wolves howled more during the winter due to hunger, communicating with their pack, or possibly because this …

Posts navigation

Newer posts
Naturalist’s Guide seeks to explain the natural world through ancient philosophy, cultural beliefs, and modern science.
Naturalist's Guide is supported through advertising products, events, and resources from our trusted partner organizations. © 2023 Naturalist's Guide