What does the thrush mean?

1. Basic information about the thrush

The thrush is a small songbird that likes to live in sparse forests, forest edges and bamboo forests in lowlands and mountains. Because of its bright color, especially the yellow head, it is also called yellow-headed bird, red-crested yellow bird, etc. They often call loudly and are often used by people to predict the weather, pray for blessings, etc.

Thrushes' calls are loud and sweet, so they are known as "mountain singers". Their calls have always been valued by people. It is said that their calls have the meaning of "changes every three days" and can predict future weather and feng shui information.

2. The meaning of the thrush’s call

The call of the thrush is unforgettable for people, not only because of their loudness and sweetness, but also because of their sound Full of meaning. There are many different legends and explanations for the thrush’s calls. The common ones are as follows:

1) Weather prediction: The thrush’s calls can predict weather changes, especially in the rainy season. Changes in the cry will prompt information such as the time and intensity of rainfall.

2) Praying for blessings and good luck: The thrush’s call has been regarded as a mascot in ancient times. People believe that their call can bring good luck and good omens, so they are used on some important occasions, such as weddings, etc. appear at the ceremony.

3) Pursuing a mate: The song of the blackbird is also used to pursue a mate. The male bird’s call during the courtship stage will be very sharp and loud to attract the attention of the female bird. The female bird's call is softer and is used to respond to the male bird getting his attention.

3. The significance of the thrush in literature and poetry

The thrush has a very rich image in Chinese literature and poetry, and is used as a beautiful symbol to express people's feelings. Emotions and thoughts. The following are some typical examples:

1) "Traveling in Bao Zen Mountain" contains "Walking in the mountains is inherently fast, and I suddenly feel the sound of birds." Liu Yuxi uses the calls of thrushes to express the beautiful scenery of mountains and forests and people's leisurely mood.

2) There is a line in Du Fu's "Mawei on the Stone Walls of Jiangliu": "I asked Yuan Rong Dou's chariots and riders when they would return to Zole Yanran. The painting depicts birds flying apart and then gathering together, and the lonely tomb thousands of miles away reminds me of Meng Xiang." Passed The description of the thrush's cry expresses the lonely wilderness scene and expresses the poet's strong homesickness.

3) Tang Wan has a famous saying, "If you say the thrush's nest is good, you will forget to swallow the pearl and weep in the breeze." He expresses his longing for his relatives by describing the scene of the thrush building a nest.

4. Summary

In short, the thrush is an important forest bird. Its loud calls and bright colors have brought many beautiful symbols and emotions to people. . From predicting the weather to praying for good luck, from pursuing a partner to expressing emotions, they play an important role in people's lives and culture.