Wren WESTERN BIRDS 



five to nine eggs is located. And then such a scolding 

 and fuss as the owners make at this intrusion. 



The bird has a rippling, gurgling song that is heard 

 from the depth of the reeds where the sprite prefers to 

 stay. Balancing adroitly on the side of some reed the 

 little singer throws back his head and sings as though 

 his life depended upon it. The birds live in colonies in 

 the marshes and the person who visits them is well re- 

 paid for the trouble and exertion. 



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