Apr 28th, 2017: White Raven

[xoxoxoBruce]

Like the white Buffalo rare and special.

Throughout human history, the raven has been a powerful symbol and a popular subject of mythology and folklore. One of
the largest corvids, the raven is known for their jet black appearance and their unusual caw, and their high intelligence.
The birds also have a long lifespan and can live up to 21 years in the wild. They mate for life and are found throughout the Northern Hemisphere.
As a subject of myths and legends, ravens are often depicted as extremely clever and resourceful animals.

A population of white ravens have been seen over the past decade around Qualicum Beach. Local photographer Mike Yip
has been fortunate enough to have spotted the birds several times of the years and taken photographs of the family of birds that are as enchanting as they are fascinating.

According to Native American legend, Raven was originally white and had a beautiful voice. Unfortunately, the Gods were
unhappy with the greed and corruption on earth and decided to take away the fire. Without heat, the earth was turning into a frigid hell. Raven volunteered to fly to the sun and bring back the fire. Up he flew with a branch in his bill. As he neared the sun his feathers were all singed and his larynx was half-cooked, but the branch ignited. From that day on, all Ravens were black, but occasionally a white offspring is born to remind everyone of the great sacrifice made by Raven.

Thanks Raven, I for one appreciate the fire down below.

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