The Hindu deity Murugan rides one of these creatures, and Krishna is often depicted wearing a crown including this creature's feathers. One story expl
The Hindu deity Murugan rides one of these creatures, and Krishna is often depicted wearing a crown including this creature's feathers. One story explaining their origin involves the giant son of Arestor, who was given the task of guarding a particular heifer. Hermes was sent to kill that hundred-eyed giant, Argos, because he was guarding Io, and after Hermes beheaded Argos, his master placed his hundred eyes onto this bird. For 10 points name this fowl associated with Hera and known for its ostentatious tail plumage.
The Hindu deity Murugan rides one of these creatures, and Krishna is often depicted wearing a crown including this creature's feathers.
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