THE AMADAVAT 51 



is much appreciated by all the finch tribe and helps to 

 keep them in condition. 



The nest of the amadavat is a large ball of fibrous 

 material, somewhat carelessly put together, with a hole 

 at one side by way of entrance. Winter is the season 

 in which to look for the nests, but they are not easy to 

 find, being well concealed in low bushes. Six pure 

 white glossless eggs are usually laid. 



