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Belted Kingfisher. 



is a familiar bird with us wherever there is water. The note is harsh 

 and loud — a peculiar sound not unlike the noise made by a watch- 

 man's rattle. The nest is in a deep hole in a bank, usually about 

 six or more feet from the entrance. The eggs are from six to 

 eight in number, pure white, and measure about 1.35 x 1.05 inches. 



