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mites, fig. 1179) constantly builds with us. This bird may be known 

 by its note, which is repeated over and over again, and conveys the 

 idea that it will never stop. It is a charming and right merry 



FIG. 1179. Sedge Warbler. 



FIG. 1 180.- Reed Warbler. 



summer bird. The Reed Warbler (Sylvia arundinacca, fig. 1180 

 constantly builds with us. This bird appears to be able to vary 

 the character of its nest, from its deep normal form (fig. 1181) to 

 the shape shown in fig. 1182. The latter nest was built in a 

 stiff bush (privet). Mr. W. H. Power has noticed the latter form 



FIG. 1182. Reed Warbler's Nest. 

 FIG. 1181. Reed Warbler's Nest. 



when the nest had been constructed in a lilac bush. He considers 

 that the deep pendulous form is constructed to prevent the eggs 

 being thrown out by the wind bending the slim, pliant reeds. The 

 Blackcap (Currnca atricapilla, fig. 1183) has a note of good quality. 



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