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

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________________ appear many red dots on their bodies. They have red beaks, a little long legs, short tails and smooth bodies. They like to dwell in yood - scented trees. They cannot withstand hunger, thrist, hot Sun and cool winds. They often play in water in day time. Their cry is pleasant in the Spring season. They are fond of music. They are easily trainable. [2nd variety of SKY LARKS] (BHARADWAJA) These kinds of Sky. larks are blue in colour with white dots on their bodies. They are a little tall. Their beaks are also white. They have short tails, short legs and braod wings. They live always in trees possessing good flowers. Naturally, they have good sinell. Their cry is very cheerful. They have strong memory and are easily trainable. They are fond of playing in water. They have long sight. They amuse people. They are fond of hunting. They have also other good qualities. They are more or less ornaments of houses. [løt variety of KALINGA BIRDS] (KALINGA) They are black in colour with black tails, yellowish wings and necks. They are short bodied and calm-natured birds. They are much bloated with haughtiness in Spring Season and they play in various modes. They increase passion of people. Their eyes are blood-red when angry. They desire to dwell in shades always. They are afraid of great noises. They are keen and clever. They eat fruits and flesh etc., - 129

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