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slightly larger than sparrows. There are some 20 species in India, and 4 in<br />

Maharashtra.<br />

The Blackheaded Bunting (Emberiza melanocephala)9½inches, islarger<br />

than a sparrow and has a forked tail. In breeding plumage themale has a<br />

black head, rufous brown and fulvous upper parts and brightyellow<br />

underparts. The female is generally duller, being rufous brownwith a<br />

vinous tinge on the breast and hints of yellow all over the body.The birds<br />

are fairly common visitors to the State, often seen aroundcultivated areas,<br />

and estimated to do some damage to crops.<br />

FAUNA 590

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