The Alphabet of Birds

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A a THE AUK A is an Auk, Of the Artic sea, He lives on the ice, Where the winds blow free. B b THE BLUE BIRD. B is a Blue Bird. In early spring, How sweet his songs Through the forest ring. C c THE CONDOR. C is a Condor,
On the Andes’ height, He plumes his wings For a lofty flight. D d THE DUCK. D is a Duck. Of the canvas back sort, To shoot at a flock Is considered fine sport. E e THE BALD EAGLE. E’s a Bald Eagle, So bold and so free;
On the flag of our country He spans land and sea. F f THE FISH HAWK F is a Fish Hawk, Who lives on the shore: He catches his prey Mid the ocean’s roar. G g THE GOOSE. G is a Goose; His feathers we take And put them in sacking Our beds to make.