Thunderbird
Thunderbird, as a guardian spirit evolved from a parallel concept with Raven of ancient mythology, is known throughout siberia and half of North America. Regionalized on the North Pacific coast, he is, to the Coast Salish, chief of all guardian spirits by order and creation of Khaals. He has man characteristics of the eagle. He sometime resembles certain hawks, and he occasionally looks like some large water birds. Tatoosh, is the instrument of "He who dwell above" and carries out the creative will, including creating other spirits, the elements, and so forth. When he flies, his flapping wings cause thunder, and his flashing eyes cause lightning.
As a totem crest the position of the wings conveys the crest owner's feeling as to Thunderbirds power in his life.
As a totem crest the position of the wings conveys the crest owner's feeling as to Thunderbirds power in his life.