28 AMERICAN MIDLAND NATURALISL 
Its charming strain is heard only for a short time in early spring, 
while it tarries on its way northward. Some years, either in 
spring or autumn, this species fails to appear in this locality. 
REDSTART. 
Setophaga ruticilla. 
This species is common for a short time in spring, when its 
song, quite similar, but louder than the Yellow Warbler’s, may be 
heard. Ihave found families of Redstarts in deep woods in summer, 
but have not heard their song at that time. 
TREE SPARROW. 
Spizella monticola. 
After spending the winter months with us, roving around 
in flocks, these sparrows begin to sing just before departing for 
their northern summer homes. Their notes are as tender as 
those of the Goldfinch. When they have gone, they leave a void 
in the heart of the bird-lover. 
WHITE-THROATED SPARROW. 
Zonotrichia albicollis. 
This beautiful sparrow spends a considerable period with us 
in spring, when its plaintive notes may often be heard in gardens. 
In autumn, this species is very plentiful, especially in swampy 
places, where its song is occassionally heard. During spring, 
however, there is more heartiness in the song. 
MARYLAND YELLOW-THROAT. 
Geothlypis trachas. 
When the spring rains have moistened the lowlands, we are 
sure to hear the clear notes of the Maryland Yellow-throat. His 
song is not varied, but loud for such a small bird. Once heard, 
the song will be easily distinguished from any other bird notes. 
The yellow-throat sings all summer. ; 
BLUE JAY. 
Cyanocttta cristata. 
Besides its harsh call, this well-known bird has some very 
pleasing notes. Their quality is somewhat like that of a bell. 
In the spring, when mating, the jay has a distinctive song, not 
heard at any other time of the year. Low, sweet and varied— 
gives a correct idea of this song. 
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