Turdus Merula
The blackbird was called merula in Latin, which in English will derive to blackbird (Turdus Merula).
Blackbirds forage mainly on the ground.
They are great consumers of worms, which they capture by foraging in the humus. They run, leap, jump, and advance suddenly, tilting their heads sideways to observe the terrain. They do not hesitate to explore trees and bushes to feed on insects that land on them, especially caterpillars, but they also feed on tree fruits such as apples or wild berries.
They also dig in decomposing leaf litter, noisily and demonstratively, turning over leaves to find all kinds of invertebrates: insects, spiders, myriapods, slugs, small snails. Exceptionally, it feeds on small vertebrates such as tadpoles, small adult amphibians or lizards.
Most of the time it is hidden in the thick bushes, although it is often defiant in the presence of humans.
The black blackbird (Le merle noir) is the name of a short musical composition for flute and piano by Olivier Messiaen inspired by birdsong.
This song also inspired Paul McCartney, then a member of the Beatles, to write one of his most beautiful ballads, Blackbird. In it, the song of a blackbird can be heard in the last verse.
"Blackbird singing in the dead of night,
Take these broken wings and learn to fly
All your life,
You were only waiting for this moment to arise."
Its color has often been associated in legends, myths and mystical tales, evoking fear and promise at the same time.
It is actually the Blackbird that should be associated with the arrival of spring, for it is he who heralds the arrival of spring with his melodious and melodious songs.
A lucky omen whenever it is seen, especially if two are seen together.
The black blackbird is common, the white blackbird is much rarer, symbolizing something completely exceptional. It is often referred to as "rarer than the white blackbird".
To be something, {or} someone, a white blackbird. loc. fig. To be of extraordinary rarity.
A lucky omen whenever seen, especially if two are seen together.
Blackbirds with yellow heads (Turpiales) are associated with the angel Uriel. who oversees nature and natural spirits. Uriel is considered the highest of the angels, with eyes that can see all eternity, with them he can oversee all nature spirits. Uriel has traditionally been associated with summer.
In Europe the blackbird is associated with St. Kevin, and we are told the story of how that bird nested in his hands. Again, because of the nature of this association, having a blackbird's nest near the house is a very beneficial sign. St Kevin. He was known as a person of great generosity and love.
Bird people should remember that all birds are messengers of the Great Spirit.
Those who have the medicine of the blackbird, can remain on earth while walking in the spirit.
When the magic of the unseen worlds wants to manifest it will appear in your path, pointing you to the balance you will need as you walk the earth.
Druids believe that when a blackbird appears he is urging us to follow a spiritual path or to become more conscious.
He appears in the "in-between," showing us the way to the secrets of the other world, pointing us to ways in which we can discover more about our own hidden motives and potential.
There are times in life when it is important to concentrate on our outer world and our responsibilities to that world, but also times when you should hear the seductive song of your soul calling you to study spiritual truths, and to explore your inner world, through your dreams, and myths. It is the bird of the gates and the forge of iron. He calls us from the gates between the two worlds, he urges us to follow him, he calls us. With him you will get healing and you will see new depths in your own soul. But at the same time it is the bird of the blacksmith, so it also tells you that you have to work in the material world, and forge your own heart and create a life full of passion and purpose. The 4 elements are used in the forging of metal. And to create a balanced life we must work with the power of the four elements. Integrating, and developing our minds and hearts, our instincts and intuition. To stand in front of the door, without really working on either plane, is to deny ourselves our own power and responsibility.
It teaches us to move with determination, focus and tenacity, and how to use our power to its fullest potential.
The blackbirds awaken our minds and make us aware of the changes that are unfolding.
If you seek balance in your material and spiritual life, he will teach you much and bring you countless surprises when you least expect them. Pay attention and listen carefully.
