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obtained third, and a Sacred Kingfisher, which was not in Show

form, fourth prize. A Red-headed Starling, a very rare and

handsome bird, was only given a V.H.C, card, and a Pnrple-

headed Glossy Starling was Commended. There was also here

a good Brazilian Hangnest.



REVIEW.



THE EMU*


We are favoured with a copy of the second part of Vol. I.

of this quarterly publication,—the official organ of the newly-

formed Australasian Ornithologists’Uuion,which has been formed

on the lines of the B.O.U., and promises to accomplish much in

the working out of the ornithology of a region rich in feathered

creatures.


Our space will only permit of a very brief notice of the

Emu which, there is little doubt, will prove an exceedingly

useful journal to all who study Australasian birds,whether ill their

native wilds, or here at home in our aviaries. It is edited by

Mr. A. J. Campbell (whose standard work on “ Nests and Eggs of

Australian Birds” is known to many of our members') and Mr.

H. Kendall.


The present part contains accounts of the meetings held

at the inaugural session, during which lectures were delivered

and excursions made into the surrounding country in search of

birds. Papers are published on the following subjects —Porphyrio

melano?iotus in New Zealand ; North Western Notes ; Protective

Colouration of Australian Birds and their Nests; Corresponding

and Observatory Stations ; Notes on certain Maluri , with a

description of a new species ; Description of a new Bristle Bird;

Should the Mutton-Birds be protected? etc.


Three good photo-tint illustrations are given of nests.


Many of our members are especially interested in Aus¬

tralasian birds, and will hail with delight the advent of the Emu,

which must, wuthout doubt, rank high amongst ornithological

publications.



• The Emu, the official organ of the Australasian Ornithologists’Uuion. Melbourne :

Walker, May, & Co., 25, Mackillop Street. Quarterly, price 3/4.



