()o MisrclItDicoiis nxpcrimccs of Outdoor Aviculture 
a strony liking' (some will peiliaps think it depraved) for Munias. 
In a fair-sized aviary I find them cpiite active, entertaining', and 
fnll of interest witn their quaint ways. 
'i"he impudent, cheeky, self-assertive pleheian little 
Zebra i'"inch, so active in blowing" his own little trumpet, is a 
favourite everywhere. 
There are many birds which, while lacking the seductive 
traits of those particularised above, conunand a place in our 
collections, by reasons of their rarity and little-known habits, 
striking and handsome plumage, or diversity between winter 
and sunuiier dress. I will name a few, not going over a long 
list, but keeping in mind the aforesaid outdoor aviary mixe l 
series. 
Indigo Bimting and Nonpareil Bunting: I have not 
kept tiiese two together, but from one or more of our members' 
experience, should think it pos^il)le to do so. 
( )range Weaver, Madagascar and Red-billed Weavers. 
The All (ireen Parrakeet may be kept in lieu of the Cockateels, 
if ])referred, or a pair of each if the aviary is not less than 30 ft. 
long. 
I find T have omitted the beautiful little Chinese Quail; a 
pair of these should certainly be kept, they not only give variety, 
being' ground l)irds, but practically live on the seed the other 
birds scatter on the floor, thus they not only charm, but help to 
starve out the mice. They also need soft food and a few insects. 
Winter: This is usually looked upon as a trying' time 
for the outdoor aviary — so it is for the aviculturist attending to 
birdy wants in rough weather — but for the birds themselves I 
do not find it is so: the trying time is damp, wet weather, 
whether it occurs during the heat of summer, or cold of winter; 
dry cold does not hurt or cause inconvenience to the majority 
of foreign birds. At least they appear to feel it less than our 
native Britishers. The little Zebra Waxbills, during the sharp 
frosts and bitter winds of the past month (March, 1901), have 
been the merriest, happiest little creatures in my aviary, taking- 
their morning tub as if it were mid-sunmier; spending their time 
cuddled \\y> in a ball and shivering, (Ih dear No \ ! but on the 
