spend their time searching for veins of gold and silver. Due to their diet, they can not fly. This bird originates from Chile.
bennu, known as a phoenix in Greek mythology, is a vibrant red and gold
bird. This sacred bird of Heliopolis resembles a heron. The
bennu lives on an obelisk outside of the sanctuary in Heliopolis
where it is worshiped alongside the gods Ra and Osiris. Sometimes considered a manifestation of Osiris himself (sprang from
Osiris' heart), this bird is said to have created itself in the fire at the top of the Persea tree. The bennu symbolizes rebirth
with its rise from the ashes.
ancient times this bird was called "Albinus" for its lack of color. This bird has the unique ability to draw out illness (including
blindness) from a human and take it into itself. The bird then flies toward the sun where the sickness is burned away. If
the caladrius looks away from the ill person, however, death is in their future.
in Chinese means "energy" which is what the Chi Spirits are all about. They are house spirits similar to brownies however no one has ever seen a Chi Spirit.
According to the book A Witch's Guide to Faery Folk, the Chinese will go to great lengths to make sure that the energies
of Chi Spirits are not obstruct in any way. Furniture will even be moved to allow the free movement of their energies. If
the energy of a Chi Spirit is blocked there is generally no harm to humans. However if there is extreme blockage, hauntings,
illness, and disturbances may occur.
are Apache mountain spirits. They chose neither the side of good nor evil and can be found in the mountains of Southwest America.
griffin has the head, fore legs, and wings of an eagle. The body and tail is that of a lion. Sometimes depicted with horns
and huge ears, the griffin is a symbol of vigilance and strength. In Greek mythology griffins belonged to Zeus, king of the
gods. The griffin is also known by the names Gryphon, Gitto, and Griffith.
harpy is a truly interesting sight. With the head (and torso in some sources) of a woman, and body of a vulture, this creature
is incredibly filthy. In Greek mythology there are three harpies, all daughters of Electra. Aello, Podarge, and Ocypete were
sent by Zeus to steal the food of Phineus, king of Thrace.
This was punishment for his ability to predict the future too well in some stories, while in others it was punishment for
mistreating his children.
that appear as bird, these creatures have been known to gather in groups, buzzing people for the fun of frightening them.
No human has ever been reported to have been physically harmed however. They are most active in late afternoon and early evening.
one of these magnificent birds lives at a time. The Phoenix
is a beautiful bird resembling an eagle. The phoenix has rainbow-hued wings and scarlet feet. In Greek mythology it was believed
that the phoenix was in Arabia, living near a cool well. The phoenix is said to sing a song
so beautiful that it stops the sun-god in his chariot. When the feeling of death approaches (500 years, some people say up
to 1461 years), the phoenix makes a nest and sets it on fire. In three days, out of the ashes, rises another phoenix. In Egyptian
mythology the phoenix is known as the Bennu. For more information about the Phoenix check out The Phoenix.
roc is a huge bird believed to have a wingspan of up to 60 ft. This enormous creature can be found in the story, Thousand
and One Nights. It is said that this Arabian bird carries off elephants for food and that their eggs measure 50 paces
small winged creatures. Their features resemble humans vaguely and appear almost transparent. They are so light that they
can float in the air for long period of times. When they are doing this they barely use their wings.