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I have a tail. I can fly. I'm covered in colorful feathers. I can whistle and I can talk
Dark, feathery, and popular in Baltimore and fantasy books.
The strangest creature you'll ever find: Two eyes in front and many many more behind.
Those with eyes bigger than their stomach will definitely leave the restaurant with one of them. It is named after a house pet as well.
What is common to eat before it's born and after it's dead?
What is always coming but never arrives?