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bird's crest indicates his royal status, and his long, sharp beak is a symbol of his
violent nature. English translators and poets probably had the northern
lapwing in mind, considering its crest (Wikipedia).

Hoopoe. Sharjah Stamp. Date of Issue: 20.02.1965.
http://www.birdtheme.org/country/sharjah.html

Hoopoe. Fujeira Stamp. Date of Issue: 14.10.1965.
http://www.delcampe.co.uk/items?language=E&cat=16179
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