Our  Canaries 
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Tail :  The  tail  should  be  long,  with  a  few  fine  feathers  drooping  each  side 
of  the  rump,  accompanying  the  large  feathers  of  the  tail :  these  are 
called  cock-feathers 
Wings :  To  cross  slightly   
Head :  Size  in  proportion  to  the  body,  without  any  crest,  but  if  the  back 
of  the  head  is  slightly  hooded,  as  in  the  case  of  a  Jacobin  pigeon, 
additional  points  are  allowed  ;  but  this  is  not  essential   
Legs :  Long  and  supple,  without  stiffness   
Colour:  Usual  Canary  colours,  yellow,  buff,  or  variegated,  with  bright 
plumage,  not  patchy  in  colour   
Condition:  Vigorous,  showing  nerve  and  action   
Cleanliness : 
DD  2 
