The bird often associated with delivering babies in folklore is the stork. This belief likely stems from the stork's migratory nature and its propensity to nest near human habitation, which allowed people to observe these birds. Over time, various cultures have incorporated the stork into their myths and stories about childbirth. In European folklore, storks are viewed as harbingers of good luck and joyful news, particularly concerning new arrivals. The image of a stork carrying a baby in a bundle has become a widely recognized symbol of childbirth and innocence.