observed in Oudh and Kumaon. 
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again on its former perch. When on the wing, its plumage 
glistening in the sun, it is seen much more to advantage than 
when at rest. Like theatrical scenery and Eastern cities, it looks 
best at a distance. 
48. Gecinus flavinuchus. 
I killed a specimen of this very handsome Woodpecker on 
June 12,1859, on one of the lower hills between Nynee Tal and 
Kaleedoughee, in Kumaon. 
49. Brachypternus aurantius. 
Common. There were other species of Woodpeckers which I 
did not identify. Not knowing that I should leave the country so 
soon, I neglected to keep the specimens obtained, hoping to get 
better ones. 
50. PlCUS HIMALAYANUS. 
Common in Kumaon. 
51. Yunx torquilla. (Wryneck.) 
A specimen of this bird was brought alive to me by a native 
birdcatcher in August 1858. 
52. MeGALyEMA VIRENS. 
Frequently observed in Kumaon in April, May, and June. It 
is generally to be seen on the top of some tall tree, uttering its 
peculiar piercing whistle. 
53. Megalasma philippensis. 
Noticed only once, near Newabgunge, in November 1858. 
54. Cuculus canorus. (Common Cuckoo.) 
Occasionally seen, or rather heard, in Oudh. I heard it in 
August, and shot an immature specimen in October 1859, and 
again heard it several times in June and July 1860, the ther¬ 
mometer at the time ranging from 95° to 105° in the shade, and 
a hot wind blowing. 
It is a very common bird in Kumaon in April, May, and 
June, and is known to the hill-men under the name of 
“ Kupwah which, like most native names of birds, is evidently 
derived from its cry. 
