According to the Bhagavata Purana
Shurpanakha's appearance has drastic differences in the different versions of the epic
representing the harmony of knowledge and creativity
he holds (or has nearby) a bana (arrow) in his right hand
Lakshmi on Uluka the Owl Shakti/Parvati According to the Bhagavata PuranaLakshmi is, among other things, primarily the Hindu goddess of wealth, and her owl is a warning against distrust and isolationism, even selfishness. In a spirit world, owls have variously symbolized dread, knowledge, wisdom, announcement of deaths or various religious beliefs told as myths. Throughout many cultures, the symbolic meaning of owl deals with: intelligence, brilliance, perspective, intuition, quick wit, independence, wisdom, protection,