Hi,

I don't know if this would pertain to the rift valley or migratory
species but you might be interested in the following article:

Cocker, M. and Mikkola, H. 2001. Magic, myth and misunderstanding:
cultural responses to owls in Africa and their implications for
conservation. Bulletin of the African Bird Club, vol 8.1: 30-35.


On an unrelated note regarding the post about the Barn Owl. This
species is apparently a relatively recent colonist of the island of
Borneo and according to at least one person spoke to the appearance of
this ghostly white screaming bird initially provoked some very strong
responses among certain indegenous peoples.

christian artuso (Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada)