THE BIRD OF PARADISE.

Tus bird has obtained its name from
the splendor of its plumage. The wings
_are large, compared with its body. The
front of the head, throat, and neck, are
of a shining yellow; the hinder part of
the head is of a brilliant green, mixed
with gold; and the body and wings are
beautifully variegated with brown, purple,
and gold. These birds are gregarious,
always seen in large flocks, and perching
at night upon the same tree. They live
on fruits, and are said to be particularly
fond of aromatics. It has a cry like that
of the starling.

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