Bird Omen (Pakshi Shakun)
Crow Calling from the South
दक्षिण दिशा से कौए का बोलना
CategoryBird Omen (Pakshi Shakun)
SignificanceInauspicious (Ashubh)
Quick Answer
A crow calling from the south direction is inauspicious — the south is Yama's direction and signals potential health concerns or bad news.
Last updated: 20 April 2026 · Based on Brihat Samhita & classical Shakun Shastra
What Does It Mean?
The south direction is associated with Yama, lord of death
A crow calling from the south brings a warning from ancestral realms
Health concerns for an elderly family member may arise
Bad news or a serious matter requiring attention is approaching
Remedies (Upay)
- 1.Check on elderly or unwell family members immediately
- 2.Perform Pitru Tarpan or ancestral prayers
- 3.Offer sesame seeds and water to the south direction
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.Is crow calling from south a bad omen?
Yes — check on elderly family and perform Pitru Tarpan.
Q.Why is south direction inauspicious for crow calls?
South is Yama's direction in Vedic tradition — warnings from ancestral realms.