It resemblesstrong, winged lion. Pi xiu is an earth and sea variation, particularly an influential and auspicious creature for wealth. It is said to havevoracious appetite towards only gold, silver and jewels. Looking at the of Pi xiu, the creature seems to projectsense of strength, elegance and mobility. Likewise it hasbig, opened mouth ready to gobble up gold and fortunes . Because of this, Pi xiu statue is often employed in the asway of receiving and keeping fortunes and wealth. It is known for wealth attracting and is 1 of the five auspicious in ancient China. Therefore, traditionally to the Chinese, Pi xiu has always been regarded as an auspicious creature that possessed mystical powers capable of drawing Cai Qi (wealth) from all directions. Because of this, according to Chinese zodiac, it is especially helpful for those who are going throughbad year.