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FAMILY ORIODIDAE. 

 Orioles. 

 The Oriolidae is a small family of only three species, of which only 

 one is found in China. They are a medium-sized bird. Their strong, 

 straight bills are shaped like a long cone, but the upper mandible is 

 slightly curved and hooked at the tip. Their legs are strong and not 

 longer than the middle toe. Tail medium. 



These beautifully colored birds Iiave much yellow in their plumage 

 and are tree dwellers. 



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