Folklore
Throughout centuries, a raven was believed to symbolize the subconscious mind and to evoke feelings of pain and misery, and death seemed evident in its black form and its unflinching gaze. Birds such as ravens are known for their macabre image, and can cause the fear of birds in humans. Many birds, such as vultures, are potent symbols of death. From large gulls that amass in the skies and swoop down suddenly, to falcons, with their predatory eyes, can cause fear and anxiety in human beings.
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