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IN AUSTRALIAN WILDS 



whose nest was built in the fork of a Sugar Gum 

 about a mile from the creek. The female bird was 

 brooding on two eggs. She remained tranquil, 

 though inquisitive eyes were focussed upon her daily 

 for a week. Even when two photographers climbed 



CLIMBING TO A TAWNY FROGMOUTH'S NEST 

 (Bird's Head is just below X). 



to the nest, the faithful bird declined to leave until 

 a hand touched her. 



The Podargus is an excellent example of protec- 

 tive mimicry, both in form and colour. The plumage 

 rich browns and grays predominate harmonises 

 with the bird's usual surroundings. And, instead 

 of perching on a branch in the ordinary manner of 



