Our Enduring Fascination with Crows

In this blog series, we showcase interesting and creative assignments received as part of The Wonder of Birds online course.  Birds have always held a special place in our cultural narratives and everyday life, and crows have been particularly prominent due to their intelligence, adaptability and cultural relevance. Here are some crow-related stories!

Kamushungushungu, the Long-Crested Eagle: A Tale from Uganda

One such story, shared by Lynn Kemigisha from Uganda, speaks to the playful mystique surrounding Kamushungushungu. Children would eagerly seek guidance from the eagle, asking whimsical questions about their future paths. They believed that the Long-crested Eagle, held the key to revealing the origin of their future partners.