Feathers have long been an important symbol in culture and mythology, so of course media has some tropes about them.
These apply whether the feathers are on a creature, being worn, or used in some other way.
Tropes:
- Feather Fingers
Your digits are made of feathers. - Feathered Dragons
Dragons that are plumed. - Feathered Serpent
Serpents that are plumed. - Feather Flechettes
Feathers that are hard and sharp as arrows. - Feather Motif
Feathers as symbols. - Fluffy Fashion Feathers
Feathers as fashion can show off glamour and luxury. - Goofy Feathered Dinosaur
- Peacock Girl
When a lady wears feathers to look like a peacock tail. - Perpetual Molt
Feathers just keep flying everywhere. - Tar and Feathers
Standard punishment for a Snake Oil Salesman.