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THE CARi U.IN \ CHICKADEE. 



Recognition Marks. — Pygmy size ; similar to preceding species, but usually 

 decidedly smaller; plumage not positively distinguishable except in the hand; has 

 different notes. 



Nesting. — Substantially like that of preceding species. Eggs, not different. 

 Average size. .60 x .50 ( 15.2 x 12.7). 



