मृगपक्षी-शास्त्र (हंसदेव - १३वीं शती का अमर भारतीय वन्यजीव, पक्षी एवं प्राणि-विज्ञान)

[1st variety of CROWS]
(KAKA)
These kinds of crows are called Kaka owing to their cry as Ka-
ka. They are jet black. They have big rough feathers, and long beaks.
They often go by flying. Their cry is a little harsh. They would ever-
be with their groups. They are coward and lazy. They are long-
sighted. whey would ever be eating. Hence they are gluttons. They
become tired in the hot Sun. Bad smell would be coming out of
their bodies. whey are troublesome to all kinds of birds
[2nd variety of CROWS]
(KARATA)
This variety of crow is jet black and long winged. They would
always be producing unbearable cries. They are very strong and have
small beaks. They will fly swiftly very high in the sky. They can
cross any big floods, lakes, and small seas. They are available every
where. They revenge against the enemy birds. They take a little food.
[3rd variety of CROWS]
(BALIPUSHTA)
This variety of crow is blue in colour and have smooth bodies.
They are fair to look at. They have small tails, beaks, and stomachs.
They take little food. They are very calm-minded. They are fond of
remaining with people. They are fond of eating the curd-food and
sweet food, etc. Their cry and walk are very pleasant. They would
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