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The symbolic meaning of pigeon, phoenix, crow, magpie, mandarin duck and swallow.
Dove: In the myth of Noah's Ark, the dove brought an olive branch, which later symbolized peace.
Phoenix: The ancient phoenix was as rare and noble as a dragon. It is auspicious to have a phoenix in Feng Ming, so it symbolizes good luck.
Crow: something that symbolizes bad luck. For example, when you speak, you will say "you crow".
Magpie: It's a good omen. Good things are coming. The ancients thought that good things would happen when they met magpies, contrary to the meaning of crows.
Yuanyang: Love, lovers. Because this bird always clings to its mate.
Swallow: a symbol of hard work.