THE ROBIN. 15 



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THE ROBIN. 



(Tiirdus migratorius) 



Foremost among our birds for perfection of 

 structure, intelligence, and ingenuity in architecture 

 stands the well - known Robin. Its sociable habits, 

 building its mud - lined nest in the corner of a 

 fence or in the garden, and constantly frequenting 

 the yard or the meadow in pursuit of its insect 

 prey, together with its soft notes, poured out 

 unrestrained by cottage door or orchard bough, 

 make it a general favorite. Its song is something 

 homely, but the notes are soft and agreeable ; 

 and heard at the dawn of a soft spring morning, 

 or when the sun breaks out after a summer 

 shower, floating soft echoes through the rural 

 scene, it is a melody to be remembered and loved. 



