EAGLE, KING OF ALL BIRDS!
A very long time ago, when the world was still young and animals spoke the language of humans, the birds lived without a king. Each bird believed itself the greatest. Parrot boasted of beauty, Peacock danced with pride, Falcon praised his speed, and Owl claimed wisdom.
Because of this, quarrels filled the sky.
Whenever danger came, no one agreed on who should lead. When food was found, everyone wanted to eat first. The sky became noisy, and peace flew away like a frightened chick.
One day, after a fierce argument that almost turned into war, Old Vulture, who had seen many seasons, called all birds together.
“My children,” he croaked, “a land without a king is like a drum without skin. We must choose one ruler over us all.”
The birds agreed, but none was willing to bow to another.
So they decided on a test.
“Whoever can fly the highest and touch the edge of the sky,” they declared, “shall be crowned King of All Birds.”
On the chosen day, birds of every size gathered. The sky was clear, and the wind stood still, waiting to witness greatness.
One after another, the birds took flight.
Sparrow flew fast but soon became tired. Pigeon tried with all his strength but returned breathless. Falcon shot upward like an arrow but could not go far. Even proud Peacock flapped and flapped until his beautiful feathers weighed him down.
Then Eagle spread his wide wings.
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Without noise or boasting, he rose steadily. Higher and higher he flew, past the clouds, past the reach of other birds. His wings did not shake, his eyes did not fear. When he reached the highest place the sky would allow, he circled calmly and returned.
The birds gasped.
But Hawk was not satisfied.
“Strength alone does not make a king,” Hawk shouted. “Let us test wisdom!”
So they brought out a goat’s meat and placed it in the open field. Then they hid danger nearby.
One by one, the birds rushed to eat. Some were trapped. Some were injured.
Eagle remained on a tree, watching.
Only when he was sure the land was safe did he descend, take what he needed, and leave enough for others.
The birds bowed their heads in respect.
Then Owl spoke,
“A true king sees far, protects his people, and does not rush because of hunger.”
With one voice, the birds cried,
“Eagle shall be our king!”
From that day till today, Eagle flies highest, sees farthest, and commands respect wherever he goes. No bird challenges him, for leadership is not noise, it is vision.
And that is why Eagle is called the King of All Birds.
The End.
