<ul><li>It is fascinating that you brought up Kuruvi Thinai. This name literally translates to "Bird's Foxtail Millet" in Tamil, reflecting its ancient and vital role in the ecosystem.<div><br></div><div>While most people know Foxtail Millet as a health food for humans, Kuruvi Thinai refers to the smaller, more traditional heirloom varieties that have been the primary food source for small birds like sparrows (Sittu Kuruvi) for centuries</div></li></ul>