A Wolf, lurking near the Shepherd's hut, saw the Shepherd and his family feasting on a roasted lamb. But the Serpent's hold only tightened, and slowly the Eagle sank back to earth, gasping for breath. Yes, answered the Monkey, proudly. My family is one of the noblest in the city. The Wolf liked the idea of a little music before eating, so he struck up a merry tune and the Kid leaped and frisked gaily. The hungry Stork was much displeased at the trick, but he was a calm, even-tempered fellow and saw no good in flying into a rage. One evening he was walking along the open road outside the village. The next day, dressed in the skin, the Wolf strolled into the pasture with the Sheep. The foolish bird got the idea that if he lived like the Swan, swimming and diving all day long and eating the weeds and plants that grow in the water, his feathers would turn white like the Swan's. I learned a lesson from the Ass, replied the Fox, carefully edging away.
You are judged by the company you keep.