LMOST more generally familiar even than 
A the blackbird is the Thrush, which not 
only abounds in all parts of the country, but may be 
seen and heard in any suburban garden. It is one of the 
earliest birds to break into song, for its tuneful lay is 
poured gaily out at the very first sign of approaching spring, 
and very soon after one hears it for the first time it begins 
to think about nest-building. This task is soon performed, 
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