1 Grey Linnet. 2 Greater ttedpole. 3, 4 Goldfinches, male and female. 5, 6 Siskins, or Aberdevines. 



The above are all English birds. The Linnet is a sweet singer, and frequents commons and negated 

 pastures. The Rcdpole is very similar to the Linnet. It is easy to tame. The Goldfinch has beautiful 

 markings in its plumage, and is a favorite songster. It is sometimes brought to this country as a cage bird 

 The Siskin is also a favorite cage bird. It has an agreeable note ; and in appearance it greatly resembles 

 the common English Linnet. It is found on the continent as well as in England, and is a favorite pet bird 

 in Germany. 

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