Kearton, Richard, 1862-1928 · London, New York [etc.] Cassell and company, ltd. · leaf 52
ing female rise and stand on the edge of thenest, whilst her mate delivers his catch ofinsects to the chicks. They both appear tobe very fond of their offspring, and bestow agreat deal of care and attention upon thewee, frail creatures. The Common Whitethroat may often beseen in the fruit garden… … SPARROW HAWKS. The Sparrow Hawk THE Sparrow Hawk does not fly at anygreat height above the ground, or hoverin the air like the kestrel. It prefers to stealquietly over a hedgerow, or round the cornerof a wood, and surprise some unfortunate littlebird feeding on the ground. Its swift flight,and the…
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