BlliDS OF Glencaikn. 145 



dykes, cairns, and sand banks. A few are generally to be found 

 through the winter. 



Grey WA({TAIL {Motacilla sulphurea). 



It is not nearly so plentiful as the last-mentioned bird. 

 Prefers secluded water courses and ponds. A few remain through 

 the winter. 



Meadow Lark or Moss Cheeper {Anthus pratensis). 



Found almost everywhere, but especially on the hills and 

 moors, where it is best known by name of Moss Cheeper. I saw 

 one of a canary yellow colour in August this year. A few 

 remain all winter, but the bulk of them leave for the coast 

 di.stricts. 



Tree Pipit {Anthua arboreus). 



This is a quiet bird, and not much noticed, except in spring, 

 when every dell is enlivened by its sweet song-. It is generally 

 first heard about the middle of April. The eggs are curious, two 

 nests seldom having eggs alike in colour. 



Sky Lark or Laverock {Alauda arvensis). 



Is plentiful both summer and winter. 



" See the lark is mounting up, 

 With its song the air to fill." 



— Song ofSprinfj. 



SnoAV Bunting {Plectvophmax nivalh). 



I have noticed this bird during severe winters with flocks of 

 other birds. 



Common Bunting {Emberiza miliaria). 



Numerous in sjaring and summer, but only a few can be 

 noticed during the winter. Although so common, the nest is very 

 seldom found, the old birds being so watchful of the approach of 

 intrudeis. 



Blaokheaded Bunting {Emberiza sclwenidus). 



Is found during the nesting season on the banks of the river 

 Cairn, anJ beside ponds where reeds grow. Does not remain 

 with us during the winter. 



