Whether it's the magical freedom of flight that they possess or their delicate and graceful features, some people just seem to fall under some sort of spell when they go bird watching. And not only are birds exquisite creatures, but we've also attributed them some very human-like traits in our common mythologies. For example, an owl is often seen as a symbol of wisdom, while a magpie symbolizes a sly trickster. And if a swan is attributed to being pure, then a crow supposedly brings death. Birds and us, humans, have always had a mythical and physical bond, so it's no surprise that these feathered creatures fascinate some of us so much.