Trivia: Which bird is synonymous with the Greek goddess Athena?
Condor
Hawk
Osprey
Owl
Correct Answer: Owl
So why is this answer correct? : Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare, is often depicted with an owl on her shoulder. According to mythology, this wise owl revealed the truths of the world to her. This legend helped owls become a symbol of wisdom and knowledge in Western culture. If an owl was spotted during battle, it was seen as a good omen — Greek soldiers believed that victory would soon be theirs.