Some Remarkable Nests and Eggs. 



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not nests at all in the true sense of the word ; and 

 to give some particulars of each. 



I. Open - topped nests are by far the most 

 numerous. Those built by Thrushes, Blackbirds, 



LINNET S NEST. 



Hedge Sparrows, Chaffinches, Goldfinches, and Linnets 

 are all sufficiently deep and cup -shaped to prevent 

 the eggs or young from falling out. They are, as 

 a rule, well hidden in evergreens, thick bushes, and 



