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The feasant hens of Colchis, which have two ears as it…

“The feasant hens of Colchis, which have two ears as it were consisting of feathers, which they will set up and lay down as they list.” quote by Pliny the Elder
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“The feasant hens of Colchis, which have two ears as it were consisting of feathers, which they will set up and lay down as they list.”

Pliny the Elder

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The passage describes unusual chickens in Colchis that seem to have feathered ears and can position them at will.

In simple terms: Strange birds with movable feathered ears are noted.

Key Takeaway

Observe and question odd natural phenomena.

Themes

nature curiosity observation

Mood

wonderful inquisitive

Type

descriptive historical

When to use this quote

  • field research
  • museum curation
  • educational tours

Key Concepts

biology mythology anatomy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What could explain the feathered ears?
  • How do myths shape our view of nature?
A Different Perspective

The claim may be mythic or misinterpreted, lacking scientific verification.

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