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by Mr Anderson at Girvan, about three years ago, and is now in 
Mr Gray’s collection. 
The Redstart (Phcenicura ruticilla). 
Not common. It is, indeed, even rare in some parts of Ayr¬ 
shire. Mr Oliver Eaton, during a long experience as a bird pre¬ 
server at Kilmarnock, mentions that he has only had one specimen 
through his hands; it was shot by himself, at a coal pit at the 
Grange, in the end of October, and had been seen there two weeks 
previously. It frequents sheep-farm steadings in retired upland 
districts, and is often found at an elevation of 1,500 feet above 
the sea level. 
The Stonechat (Saxicola rubicola). 
This lively bird is very abundant on the coast line extending 
from Ayr to Burrow Head, with the exception of spots here and 
there where the cliffs are of great height. In sheltered recesses, 
however, where a breach in the cliffs occurs and vegetation gets a 
hold, the Stonechat is sure to be there, perching on weeds and 
bramble stems, and uttering his monotonous “ chuck-chuck ” as he 
turns round to look at the intruder. 
The Whinchat (Saxicola rubetra). 
Not nearly so common as the preceding species, but nevertheless 
occurring in considerable numbers. It is seen mostly in pairs, and 
often draws attention to its movements by its habit of fluttering 
over a particular spot, and snapping at insects while at rest on 
grassy stems, etc. 
The Wheatear (Saxicola cenanthe). 
Very common. On Ailsa Craig it is also numerous, frequenting 
the summit of the island, where it breeds in crevices and rabbit 
holes. It sometimes lingers till October, both on the shore and 
on the upland sheep pastures. 
The Grasshopper Warbler (Salicaria locustella). 
This warbler is very common in the neighbourhood of Kilmar¬ 
nock. Mr Gray having recently observed this species in the col¬ 
lection of Mr Eaton, bird preserver there, made inquiries as to 
the localities frequented by the bird, and was informed by that 
