FINE BIRDS
. —i ». "I was interested in the statement that the local Zoo authorities coutemplate importing some birds from South Africa" (writes a correspondent, W. F. Clarke). "Special mention was made about the Fink, or Weaver bird. Now, as one who knows about the birds of Africa, I am going to say that the Finks are a fine specie, and for song, I really do not know of any other birds to compare with them. They are great destructors of insects. So, to get a batcli of Finks over here, in our Zoo, and even to liberate some would do no harm, but give charm. If the Finks could be established also iv oiir Botanic Gardens, how delightful it would be. To see them nesting, with their calabash, nests hanging over water, is a treat, and their singing is lovely."
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Evening Post, Volume CX, Issue 44, 20 August 1930, Page 12
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140FINE BIRDS Evening Post, Volume CX, Issue 44, 20 August 1930, Page 12
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