The blackbird is an auspicious bird in China, but in Europe it is not an auspicious bird, but a symbol of bad luck.

The blackbird is a bird recognized by the Chinese people as auspicious and auspicious. It means good luck and harmony. Its common name is "Baishou", which is the most auspicious name among the people. The blackbird's song is relatively unique and often imitates the songs of other birds, so it is also known as the "hundred tongue".

However, the blackbird is not considered a symbol of bad luck in Europe. In the tragedy "The Duchess of Malfi", its cry is instead used as a warning of disaster.

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In ancient Greek legends, the blackbird symbolizes Persephone, the same as the queen of Hades who fell into hell after eating Hades' pomegranates. , it is said that a blackbird will die if it eats a pomegranate. In addition, blackbirds often appear in many European folk literatures, "The Song of Sixpence" is one of them.

The lyrics "four calling birds" (four singing birds) in the English Christmas carol "The Twelve Days of Christmas" were translated as "four colly birds" (four black birds) in the 18th century. , which refers to the blackbird.