CEDAR WAXWING 



A BIRD OF GENTLE WAYS 



{Fiff. 40) 



F the Waxwing had a voice to match 

 his dress and disposition, he would 

 be among the most famous of 

 birds. His plumage lacks the bril- 

 liancy of Tanager or Humming- 

 bird, but its exquisite shading, trim 

 elegance, tasteful and unusual adornments make it 

 even more pleasing to the eye than one of gayer 

 hues. Furthermore, a Waxwing's clothes, so-^o 

 speak, always fit him and he wears them with an air 

 of refinement which adds to the dignity of his ap- 

 pearance. His distinction of manner is increased 

 by a crest which he uses as expressively as a horse 

 does its ears. 



The Waxwing's habits are in keeping with his 

 appearance. He is a quiet, gentle, well-mannered 

 bird, and is apparently always on excellent terms 

 with others of his kind. Doubtless for this reason 



Waxwings always show a fondness for one another's 



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