SHRIKES. 543 
become very friendly, and appear to be capable of great affection for 
their master. 
Shrikes are common in all parts of the globe. Seven species are 
known in Europe, the principal of which are the Great Grey Shrike 
(Zanius excubitor, Fig. 251), the Red-backed Shrike (Zxmneoctonus 
collurio, Fig. 252), and the Woodchat Shrike (Zzneoctonus rufus) 
are known in England. In France these birds are rare, except in 
the southern departments. 
The Falcon Shrikes are sometimes called Swallow Shrikes, because 
they fly with great ease, and pursue insects on the wing. Their 
habits, however, differ but little from those of the true Shrike. They 
are natives of Africa, India, and the Southern Archipelago. 
The Pied Crow Shrike (S¢repera graculina) bear a still greater simi- 
larity to the Shrike proper. ‘Their habits of life are altogether the 
same; but they are found only in Australia. 
Lastly, the Piping Crow Shrike (Gymuortrina tibicen, Fig. 253) 
belongs to New South Wales, and holds an intermediate place 
between the Shrike and the Crow, the latter of which it resembles in 
its gait, size, and plumage. In its habits it is clamorous, turbulent, 
and omnivorous. It may be readily recognised by its long bill. 
