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Gardens. A pair seen nt Nyariegier's Kraal, near Malava, 

 and numerous on the Mosambalanda. 



24. Oriolus larvatus rolleti, Salvad. Lesser Black- 

 heiided Oriole. 



Frequently seen in the thick bush along the Mungeesi 

 River. 



25. CiNNYRiciNCLUs vERREAUXi (Bok.). Plum-coloured 

 Starling. 



Very common on outskirts of Povarello Elephant Forest 

 in September and October. They were somewhat shy and 

 difficult to approach, usually perching on the topmost 

 branches of the highest trees. I frequently saw them 

 feeding on the berries of the " Netshenga" in company with 

 green pigeons. 



26. Ploceus stictifrons (Fschr. & Rchw.). Spotted- 

 Headed Weaver. 



Frequented bush-jungle on the Mungeesi River, where 

 they were invariably seen in pairs. (August). 



27. Petronia superciliaris (Hay & Blythe). Diamond 

 Sparrow. 



Very common in neighbourhood of the Povarello ; they 

 became quite accustomed to the camp, and fed about 

 amongst the trees within a few yards of the tent-door. The 

 two specimens secured — as also all those observed here — 

 appeared exceptionally dark on the under-parts, with very 

 conspicuous diamond breast-spot. One I saw at Malava was 

 much lighter on the breast. Insects and seeds found in the 

 stomach. 



28. Phyllastrephus capensis suahelicus (Rchw.). 

 Swahali Bristle-necked Bulbul. 



Very common round Malava in the vicinity of water, also 

 on the Mabolobodi River. When disturbed they do not fly 

 far, but settle in the nearest shaded tree, amongst the foliage 

 of which they hide very cleverly. Very restless, running 

 up and down the tree-trunks, and over and under thd" 



