Autumn in the Western Highlands 



their porridge with him, and when called he comes con- 

 fidently to the doorstep to receive his ration. 



One season he returned to his winter quarters as early 

 as July, but it is generally August before he arrives. He 

 may be consideied a remarkably fortunate bird in having 

 an assured and plentiful food supply throughout the months 

 of winter. 



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