Why certain birds may not drink out of river. (Cf. A2233.1.1.)

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Why certain birds may not drink out of river. (Cf. A2233.1.1.)

Mythological motifs. · Animal characteristics. · Causes of animal characteristics: appearance and habits. · Animal characteristics: dwelling and food. · view the constellation · filed as A2435.1.1

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Filed under Assignment of food to animal.

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How tiger formerly cooked its food and why it changed

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Animals refuse to help dig well: may not drink from river or spring. (Cf. A2435.1.1.)

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