Chapter XIV 
Bulbuls. 
AS pets Bulbuls come next to 
parrots, but not for their in- 
telligence. I believe their brain 
is small. A Bulbul has a lively 
and inquiring mind, and can be 
taught amusing tricks, but it 
shows all the signs of little-headedness. The secret of 
its popularity is its vivacious temper and cheery disposi- 
tion. Bulbuls do more to keep the world lively than 
any other bird I know of. They do not sing outside 
