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that reminds the observer of our common long- tailed 

 Titmouse. In mounting from branch to branch, as in 

 lowering themselves, the Colies frequently use tlieir beaks 

 to aid them, after the well-known practice of the Parrots. 

 The nests of the Colies are large and rounded, and are 

 generally placed in close proximity to each other, five or 

 six being often found on tlie same In-anch. They are 

 constructed of slender twigs externally, and lined with 

 mosses and soft feathei's. The number of eggs is from 

 four to six. When fat and in good condition, the flesh 

 of these l)irds is said to be delicate and tender. 



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