Mriga Pakshi Shastra

Author(s): Hamsadeva, M Sundaracharya
Publisher: V Krishnaswamy

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neither tall nor short. They are very patient ones. They can withstand rain, celd, sun's heat, hunger, and thrist. They have moderate passion and smooth bodies but are a little impatient. They take a little food and pass a little urine. Though they are lean, they can carry burdens well. They never feel dejected while at work. They are gratefull to their masters. They are useful to human beings.
[2nd variety of ASSES]
(KHARA)
These varieties of asses are generally black, in colour, having lang bodies and big eyes. Some are gray in colour. They have many knotted hair on their bodies. They are a little bit stout. They are never impatient nor unhealthy. They have strong memory. They will work sudmissively and satisfactorily to their masters. They are very strong and passionate. They appear to be very ungrateful when they are impatient. They are slow in walk. They do'nt produce bad smell much. They even venture to do very mean work when they are angry. They endure any kind of hard labour. They are fond of hearing sweet words. Some of the asses of this variety have various colours and some have various coloured spots on their bodies.
[3rd variety of ASSES]
(RASABHA)
These kinds of asses are a inixed breed of horses and asses. They are otherwise called mules. Some are red, white, black, or grey ahd some of various colours. They are, generally tall and have long stripes. Though they are a little less in speed than horses, they could easily be trained. Some like to live in forests alone and create fear to other smaller animals. They have a little passion and are moderate
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