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stork

stork

The stork is frequently represented in heraldry with its wings closed and its right leg raised. It appears for instance in the coat of arms of John de Egglescliffe (14th century), who was a bishop of Connor and later Llandaff. It symbolized piety, gratitude, dutifulness and generosity.

birth

The arrival of storks in Europe, after wintering in Africa, marked the start of spring, hence their longstanding association with new life and rebirth. They could represent fertility, a spiritual awakening or a new path in life.

stork is also a symbol of vigilance, faithfulness.