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The moral of Uighur turtledove

Happiness and good luck. Uighur turtledove symbolizes happiness and auspiciousness. Turtle dove is a kind of bird, smaller than domestic pigeon. In Uyghur culture, turtledove is regarded as an animal with special significance, which is endowed with the meaning of happiness and auspiciousness. This meaning has something to do with the beautiful appearance and sweet singing of the turtledove itself.