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Jackdaw

usgb/ˈdʒækdɔː/Volume
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European Bird

The jackdaw is common in European folklore and stories, symbolizing curiosity and resourcefulness.

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In the fable, the jackdaw outwitted the other birds with his clever tricks.
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Symbolism

In literature, jackdaws are often used to represent thievery or mischievous behavior due to their shiny object collecting.

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The thief was described as a jackdaw, always grabbing for glittering trinkets.
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Distinctive Call

Jackdaws have a notable sharp, metallic 'chack' sound that distinguishes them from other crows.

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Walking through the park, I heard the distinctive 'chack' of a jackdaw.
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