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the transport of very wild birds, as they are quite unable 

 to dash themselves against the roof or sides of the cage in 

 which they are inclosed. 



I need hardly say that should a bird be confined a long 

 time in this manner it would be necessary to loosen the wings 

 alternately, otherwise a stiff or contracted joint might ensue. 

 This would be obviated by allowing the bird the free use of 

 each wing for a short period. 



Dr. H. Hammond Smith contributed an interesting article 

 to the Field of Feb. 25, 1911, describing various instances 

 of cock pheasants assuming female plumage. The illustration, 

 given below exhibits the partial change of character in the 

 head and neck feathers of an undoubted cock pheasant, the 

 skin of which is in his possession. 



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