FOOD of WEST VIRGINIA BIRDS 



wood, poison ivy, common elder berry, and blackberry. On some ot 

 these fruits the Cardinal feeds quite freely and on others very sparingly. 



Considering all things we must conclude that the Sparrows are well 

 worthy of protection since they contribute very much to the farmer's 

 welfare against weeds and insect pests. 



The one alien member of this family, the English Sparrow, was 

 introduced in this country more than half a century ago, has spread 

 very rapidly, and its work of injury is carried on all over our country. 

 In some way this harmful species should be destroyed. 



