THE DOMESTIC FOWL. 



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Fire-backed Jungle Fowl, female. 



Sonnerat's Jungle Fowl, female. 



The Fire-backed Jungle Fowl came originally from Sumatra. It is larger than the domestic game breed. 

 Its head is adorned with a crest of naked shafted feathers. The general plumage is black, with gleaming 

 steel-blue reflections. The lower part of the back is flame-color, whence its name. 



Sonnerat's Jungle Fowl is a native of India, where its courage and spirit render it peculiarly attractive 

 to cock-fighters. It is a splendid bird, and presents altogether a rich and striking object, when the sun 

 shines upon its plumage, the hues of which are purple, aud deep and golden green. 





Fire-backed Jungle Fowl main 



Sonnerat's Jungle Fowl, male. 

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