Thursday, December 27, 2007

Mythical Creature of the Day: Halcyon



The Halcyon is a type of kingfisher that lays its eggs on the beach in winter. During this time when they are laying and hatching their eggs, they charm the winds to make the seas calm and the weather pleasant. This period of unusual calm and pleasant weather is referred to as the "Halcyon Days" and is where the phrase originated.

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