Many Native American tribes associate the cardinal with the spiritual and natural worlds 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 believed to be messengers between the spiritual and natural worlds—often connecting us …
The lilac-breasted roller, or kambu in Swahili, is a colorful bird found in Eastern and Southern Africa. It has around eight colors: white, black, green, yellow, reddish-brown, dark blue, turquoise, and lilac. In some African folklore, the Lilac-breasted roller is considered a symbol of peace It is known as Kenya’s national bird because of its …
Despite their small size, they are very aggressive when defending their nests and will take on larger birds like raptors.