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ZOOLOGY. 



;ime of year, or in definite directions (N., S.), but 

 nany of their species collect together in large flocks 

 "or the purpose of wandering, like migrants. 

 The following orders are usually distinguished: 



Fig. 30.— The Eagle Owl {Otus maximus). 



l. Raptores (Birds of Prey), II. Scansores (Climbers), 

 [II. Passeres (Singing Birds), IV. Gyrantes (Doves), 

 V". Rasores (Scratchers), VI. Orallatores (Waders), 

 VII. JSfatatores (Swimmers), VIII. Gursores (Running 

 Birds). ,v^ -^ 



The Order - Cursor oe ■ includes the ostrich-like birds, 

 ind will not here receive further notice. 



