II4 BIRDS OF THE BAHAMA ISLANDS, 
developed, they would doubtless increase the total length as well as 
that of the tail. This species is nearly allied to S. vecordiz from 
Cuba, but differs from it in being smaller, with a longer bill; the 
green of the crown and throat is paler and a more steely shade; 
the back is more bronzed, and the under plumage of a lighter green.” 
The type was taken near Nassau, N. P., by Mr. L. J. K. Brace, 
and is the only specimen known to be in existence. 
