The tit symbolizes goodness and happiness. This bird is one of the living creatures that evoke only positive emotions. There are many folk signs that explain the appearance of tits next to a person.
It is considered great luck if a cute bird sits on your open palm - you can make a wish. If the titmouse on your palm begins to sing, then your wish will certainly come true.
Popular rumor claims that a bird in the hand is better than a pie in the sky. This controversial statement has a basis. The tit is a symbol of the zodiac sign Virgo, which is distinguished by perseverance, pragmatism and hard work.
In the summer, when there is a lot of food, tits are busy caring for their offspring, caring for up to 10 chicks at a time. There are also 2 broods per season. All this time, yellow-breasted birds are busy hunting for insects and their larvae, which is why the expression appeared: “the tit is the protector of the garden.”
Signs about a tit at the window and at home
Since the titmouse is considered a heavenly messenger in many cultures, in popular beliefs it usually symbolizes happiness and good luck for humans.
Tit at the window
So, if a yellowbreast flies up to the window of your house, and even persistently peers through the glass, it clearly signals the receipt of good news. Depending on how the bird behaves, they also talk about the scale of the expected news:
- knocks on the window with its beak - guests are already on their way or the letter has already been sent;
- sat calmly, not showing interest in your home - the news will be neutral or not entirely interesting;
- in exactly the same way, i.e. without news, they remain when the bird has completely sat with its back to the window;
- her joyful jumping on the windowsill promises cheerful gatherings with close friends or relatives.
By the way, due to the fact that our ancestors considered the titmouse to be a heavenly messenger, such a sign has survived to this day. If a titmouse sat on the windowsill and began to chirp incessantly, then fate will become especially favorable to you. It is possible to win the lottery, get a promotion, or simply achieve your goals.
Of course, you can believe such signs about tits if the bird ended up at your house purely by chance, and not because of the feeder that you carefully hung to feed your feathered friends. No, this was undoubtedly a kind deed, but then the titmouse flew in solely to eat.
Titmouse on the balcony
If you find a tit on your balcony, this means that a baby will soon appear in the house. For those who are sure that there can be no replenishment, this is regarded as the arrival of the same good news or an improvement in their financial situation.
By the way, about the latter - no one forbids you to expect that you will suddenly find a treasure or receive an inheritance. But we must not forget that everything is worth putting your own effort into. Perhaps this was a sign that you are moving in the right direction, and all your efforts will definitely bear fruit.
True, the sign is neutralized if cereals or any other products that serve as food for birds are stored on the balcony. Most likely, they were hungry and nothing more.
Tit in the house
What to think if the titmouse did not limit itself to the windowsill, but dared to fly into the house?
The titmouse at home is perhaps the most contested sign. But according to one of them, if she has already flown into the house, then there can be no doubt - I will lead, and impressive and certainly joyful ones. Here they also look at the behavior of the bird:
- a titmouse that flew through the window, but was immediately able to fly out into the street, simply warned you about the guests;
- if she flew around the room a couple of times without noise or disturbance, and then flew away, then more serious events are coming, but no less pleasant.
Why did the sparrow fly onto the balcony?
If a bird such as a sparrow flies onto the balcony, the omen is interpreted generally negatively:
- The sparrow is regarded in many cultures as a harbinger of death. He appears in the house to indicate serious illnesses and sad news about the death of a loved one.
- If two sparrows fly onto the balcony, or even a whole flock, the omen promises a loud quarrel over a trifle.
- A restless sparrow on the balcony means waste and losses.
If a sparrow calmly walks along the eaves of the balcony, then the meaning of the sign changes - such a visit promises good news. In addition, in Rus' the sparrow also acted as a symbol of the groom. If a pair of sparrows has built a nest on the balcony of a family where a young unmarried girl lives, this means the appearance of a boyfriend and future son-in-law.
Other signs
Belief about desire
The best sign about a tit is if it lands on your hand. This is where you can’t get lost and quickly make a wish before she flies away. The bird will pass it straight to heaven. When she also tweeted, it meant that she gave a sign that the dream would come true.
By the way, this is in any case a compliment to you as a good person. After all, these birds not only won’t sit on the hand of envious and evil people, they won’t even fly close.
Beliefs about the weather
A titmouse chirping on a windowsill can also predict the weather. For example, they sing melodiously if a thaw is approaching. But if there is frost soon, they begin to whistle clearly.
Dead titmouse
When you happen to find a tit dead on a balcony, on a windowsill, on a threshold, etc., the main thing is not to panic. The omen, of course, is interpreted as a loss, but of a more material nature.
But if you found the body not on the territory of your residence, then there is no need to worry at all. Firstly, the bird could simply hit the frame on the fly and touch the electrical wire. You never know what could kill the poor creature. This is unpleasant, and I feel sorry for the bird, but this is not a sign of death.
sat on my hand
The sign when a bird lands on a person’s hand has no less happy predictions.
- For an unmarried young lady, the yellow chest promises a good groom and the conclusion of a successful marriage.
- For spouses - an addition to the family.
- For business people, a feathered guest promises a profitable deal.
- For people suffering from nervous disorders and depression, the titmouse will bring calm, suggest a way out of a difficult situation, and help deal with internal experiences.
A folk sign says that you can make a wish at the moment when a tit sits on your palm, and it will definitely come true. It is not necessary to ask out loud; you can do it mentally, to yourself. The bird will definitely take your message to heaven.
In what cases does itching of the right hand promise good things to happen?
Does the tit bring bad luck?
But you can also find superstitions in which any bird near the window, even a titmouse, is a symbol of bad news. If she sat on the windowsill and diligently watches you from the street, then in this way she warns about upcoming expenses.
She is also considered capable of transporting the souls of dead people. Therefore, in the old days, people were very afraid if a tit knocked on the window. It was believed that it was one of the deceased relatives who came to take away one of the family members.
Sometimes a tit that flies into the house also means trouble. These can be minor troubles or serious ones. Such as illness, dismissal from work, etc. The explanation is the same - it is connected with the world of the dead, which means that it cannot bring good. Of particular concern is the visit of a bird that flew into the window, which is also associated with the gates to another world.
If the yellow breast begins to chirp loudly and bang against walls and doors, then superstitions speak of a bad sign - bad news, troubles in the near future, etc.
Only titmouses die
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According to experts, in the Moscow region the situation with bird diseases is generally normal. “Now we are seeing the usual seasonal increase in incidence in street birds, in particular in pigeons,” said Vladimir Romanov, Ph.D., chief physician of one of the capital’s veterinary clinics. – A surge in morbidity in birds occurs every autumn. However, this year it started a little earlier, which we attribute to weather conditions.”
At the same time, the veterinarian noted the mass death of tits. “An unusual thing is that we notice the systematic death of Muscovy tits. We have a suspicion that this is a certain infection. But there is not yet enough material for full-fledged research. However, we can already say that these dead tits do not carry diseases dangerous to humans,” said Vladimir Romanov.
There are 10 species of tits living in Russia, but the cases of mass mortality encountered in the clinic of Vladimir Romanov occurred specifically with Muscovy tits.
Why does the city need birds? Birds are an important indicator of environmental well-being. If there are birds in the city and there are a lot of them, then we must assume that the environment in the city is not all bad. And if there are no birds, then ecological connections have been disrupted and there is severe pollution in the city. Birds maintain ecological balance in parks, gardens, and forest parks. They consume insects, preventing them from multiplying much. In addition, birds bring us purely aesthetic joy and pleasure. However, it is possible to live in big cities without birds. In most cities in China, the environmental situation is very poor, and there are practically no birds at all.
What to do?
Which sign you prefer is something everyone can decide for themselves. However, if its bad value bothers you, then there is something you can do about it. First of all, misfortune does not necessarily happen, because this is only a belief, and not an absolute fact. Why torment yourself, drawing sad pictures in your head?
The tit itself cannot be driven out by force. It is better to open the windows wider and sprinkle grain on the windowsill, then it will certainly fly away. After all, a bird often gets scared when a whole crowd is chasing it around the house, and begins to hit the walls in search of a way out. We think that this is a bad sign, they say, a restless bird has been caught.
If she flew into the apartment and sat down, for example, on a cornice or on a cabinet, but does not intend to fly away, you can carefully throw a towel over her and let her out the window. The bird is cajoled by throwing bread crumbs outside its window and saying “come for food, but not for your soul.” Then nothing bad will happen.
Do not touch a dead bird with bare hands. To do this, use a napkin, scoop, etc., then take it away from your home. Additionally, to neutralize negativity, people walk around the house with lit church candles, and all family members wash themselves with holy water.
But still, the titmouse is not some kind of evil pest, but just a small energetic bird. Therefore, if she did visit you, she definitely did not want to upset you and was unlikely to bring trouble with her.
What to do if a titmouse flies into the house
For superstitious people who are afraid of omens, if a tit flew into the house, we can recommend the following:
- first of all, do not drive away the bird under any circumstances, especially if it is sick or injured;
- It is advisable to feed the uninvited guest, the well-fed songbird will fly away, and a good wish will come true;
- to neutralize the bad, you should be kinder to the titmouse;
- visiting a sick person’s apartment can also be “neutralized”; for this, it is best to go to church and light a candle for him and order a prayer service;
- the presence of a feeder outside the window will not allow the bird to enter the house, this simply will not be necessary;
- After the titmouse leaves the room, you can sprinkle it with holy water and say a prayer.
If everything is fine in the family, then the sign of why a titmouse flies into the house has a good meaning. In this case, you should mentally thank the guest and expect good changes. A positive attitude is always stronger than dark forces.
If a tit flew into a window, the main rule is to monitor its behavior and under no circumstances drive it away. Feeding the bird can attract good changes in life, especially if things are not going so well and family relationships are damaged. Perhaps the tit brought good news on its tail - a white stripe and a new stage in fate are very close!
Wounded bird
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Eighth-grader Polina Ryannel found a dying tit chick in the same Mytishchi, but they saw her near another shopping mall, Red Whale. The tit was lying half dead. She was still breathing, but could not take off. Her legs gave way, she couldn’t raise her head,” Polina told the Moscow 24 correspondent. “She was foaming at the mouth, and besides, she was constantly “doing her own thing,” so to speak.
At that moment, an unfamiliar girl approached the friends, who advised them to take the chick to the veterinarian and even gave 180 rubles for the appointment.
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Photo: portal Moscow 24/Ivan Nosatov
The author of this article himself recently came across a dead tit. Right in the center of Moscow, not far from a four-story building on Grokholsky Lane. By the way, the house did not have any mirror glass that could break.
Polina Ryannel's mother, Victoria, did not see the dead tits herself. But I talked with the security guard of the kindergarten, which is located not far from the Format shopping center, near which a video of the mass death of tits was filmed.
“According to the security guard, their birds often die and lie right on the territory of the kindergarten. He says that a tit is sitting, and then bam and falls. He approaches her, but she doesn’t die right away, she’s still alive,” says Victoria.
As TASS reports, dead birds were also found near the traffic police building near the business center.
Photo: Natalie Bryksina
“People’s suspicion is understandable. When they see the massive poor condition of pigeons, then of course a suspicion of poisoning immediately arises. But if you look at the facts in the eye and take a good look at this population, then, as a rule, you will notice that this is a young animal. And these are weaker birds, more susceptible to disease,” explains Vladimir Romanov.
According to him, as a rule, people mistake birds with certain behavior for poisoned pigeons. “People describe this state as being drunk, the pigeons are turning their heads, staggering, there is disorientation, as if they had taken alcohol. In fact, there is Newcastle disease (cerebral virus), which works specifically with the central nervous system of pigeons and clinically manifests itself with exactly the same symptoms,” says biologist Romanov.
There are two news: good and bad. Good for humans - Newcastle disease is not dangerous to people. The bad news for birds is that veterinarians can’t do anything about this virus yet.
