Three-legged crow

The three-legged crow is a creature of myth and legend, said to inhabit and represent the sun. It is believed to have first appeared in the lower Yangtze River delta area around 5000 BCE, and its image has been found on artifacts from cultures throughout East Asia. In China, there are many stories about the crow, but the most popular is that of the Yangwu or Jinwu, the "golden crow." This creature is said to have lived on the sun and guarded it from evil spirits. It is also said to have been the mount of the sun god, Xihe. The three-legged crow is a powerful and mysterious creature, and its image has been used in art and literature for centuries. It is a symbol of strength, courage, and wisdom, and it is said to bring good luck.