the Andean condor

Perched on the top of a column in the main plaza in Cochabamba, Bolivia, is a replica of an Andean condor. The condor represents the origin of  life and is a most sacred symbol in traditional Bolivian thought. It is unclear why, in such a strongly Catholic region, the condor is still so venerated, but, just the same, the gaze of this proud bird instills a sense of authority and a feeeling of protection to those of us below.

Tapir and Friends Animal Store has a wide selection of realistic plastic birds and several detailed examples of plastic raptors including a lovely stuffed California condor from the Audubon colllection.  These bird replicas are educational and useful in school science projects or to teach children about the diversity of the animal kingdom.

by lee

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