Book Title: Mriga Pakshi Shastra
Author(s): Hamsadeva, M Sundaracharya
Publisher: V Krishnaswamy

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________________ [1st variety of CROWS] (KAKA) These kinds of crows are called Kaka owing to their cry as Kaka. They are jat black. They have big rough feathers, and long beaks. They often go by flying. Their cry is a little harsh. They would everbe with their groups. They are coward and lazy. They are longsighted. whey would ever be eating. Hence they are gluttons. They become tired in the hot Sun. Bad smell would be coming out of thair bodies. whey are troublesome to all kinds of birds [2nd variety of CROWS] (KARATA) This variety of crew is jet black and long winged. They would always be producing unbearable cries. They are very strong and have small beaks. They will fly swiftly very high in the sky. They can cross any big floods, lakes, and small seas. They are available every where. They revenge against the enemy birds. They take a little food. [3rd variety of CROWS] (BALIPUSHTA) This variety of crow is blue in colour and have smooth bodies. They are fair to look at. They have small tails, beaks, and stomachs. They take little food. They are very calm-minded. They are fond of reumaining with people. They are fond of eating the curd-food and sweet food, etc. Their cry and walk are very pleasant. They would - 99

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