May 
But one of the most delightful warblers in 
every way is the ‘‘ Canada.’’ First, its form is 
noticeable, being unusually slender and grace- 
ful, and the coloring rich and peculiar—ashen 
blue above, bright yellow beneath, with the 
throat encircled by a black cord, fringed be- 
low with black spots, looking like a broad 
necklace of jet suspended from the neck. Its 
song, too, is luscious and vivacious, and quite 
distinct from all other warbler-music. (It is 
chiefly the male sex that parades the necklace.) 
I am glad to speak in such unqualified praise 
of the Canada flycatcher, for the next speci- 
men candor compels me slightly to disparage, 
having the same ‘‘ just-out-of-the-band-box ’”’ 
appearance that is noticeable in a stuffed speci- 
men of the species. This is the yellow-breasted 
chat, so extremely spick and span as to pro- 
duce the impression that there is little below 
the surface. Those who know the bird better 
will doubtless resent this imputation, for its 
manceuvrings and vocalization are said to be 
quite original; but there is something very 
sleek and expressionless in its dress and manner 
during migration. Above, it is bright olive- 
green, throat and breast rich yellow, and it is 
about seven inches long. Science is in doubt 
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