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forts, however, and to select the larger species of such colors as will photograph 
well on the ordinary plate, thereby securing a much larger image in nearly cor- 
rect monotone than could be realized of most small birds such as have markings 
of red, yellow or blue, and, not of least importance, the advantageous speed qual- 
ities of the fast plates. 
The style of camera is an important feature, and one of the best adapted to 
this work is the 4x5 or, if preferred, the 5x7 size, with sufficient bellows exten- 
sion to accommodate a lens of not less than 12 inch focal length. If the expense 
Fig. 2. Male FLICKER AT NEST ENTRANCE, JUST ARRIVED AND IN 
FEEDING POSITION. 
is not prohibitive, by all means select a reflecting model. I have but one camera 
outfit of this kind, which I find entirely adequate, regardless of the contention 
that several are necessary. This is the Naturalist’s Graflex, fitted with the no. 
19 Zeiss Protar lens, a luxury it is true, but there is a distinct pleasure in know- 
ing that it will produce results under conditions when no other camera of ordi- 
nary type seems effective. A tripod is desirabie as it will eliminate the necessity 
of holding the camera and will insure a rigid front against the opening in the 
blind; otherwise the lens would appear a moving object and alarm the subject. 
