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[2nd variety of KALINGA BIRDS).
(BHRINGA-WREN)
These kinds of Kalinga Birds are either black or blue in colour
and very small in size. They become stout in Spring season and sing in various ways. Some have white throats. They have glittering bodies and they sleep in day times. They are kind and grateful. They eat fruits, flesh, curd, and grains etc. They are very quick and fly, collectively, in the sky. They are 'devoid of dullness and impatience. Their eyes are beautiful when they are young. They are afraid of
great noises,
[3rd variety of KALINGA BIRDS]
DHUMYATA WHITE THROATED SPARROWS)
This kind of Kalinga Lird is of any colour, but, invariably, their throats are white. They have very long tails and beautiful wings. They sing songs beautifully. They are beautiful to look at. They often produce Chuu.Chun noise even when they are flying in the sky. The peoples passion increases when they see these birds with the female ones. They live by the side of water and often drink water in summer. Their bodies would be faded on account of excess of Sun's heat during day times. They have a little of sleep and impatience. Though they are a little impatient, their eyes are red. They can speak a few words when trained well. They have many other good qualities. They are greateful. Their female birds too resemble their male ones in all respects. They are easily obtainable and trainable as they are very calm-natured. They would ofteu play in various ways. Their utmost
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