Firebird
The Firebird (Russian: Zhar-ptitsa, Жар-птица) is a mythical glowing bird from Slavic folklore, often depicted with flame-like golden feathers and crystal-like eyes, serving as a symbol of beauty, renewal, and fate in tales of heroic quests.[1][2] The term "Firebird" may also refer to:- In arts and entertainment, including Igor Stravinsky's 1910 ballet The Firebird, premiered by the Ballets Russes in Paris.[2]
- In automotive, such as the Pontiac Firebird, a classic American muscle car produced from 1967 to 2002.
- In computing and software, notably the Firebird database management system, a fork of InterBase.
- In aviation, including historical aircraft like the Lockheed Firebird.
- Other uses in sports, military, comics, and more, as detailed in subsequent sections.