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  2. ANIMALS OF THE ZOO, SOUTH PERTH.

    (49) THE PEACOCK (Paro cristarus) (Linne.) The Peacock, a native of India, Ceylon and Assam from sea-level to 3.000 feet or more, was introduced into Europe in classical times. Though formerly as much a delicacy of the table as an ornament of the lord's domain, it finds a place to-day in public and private gardens because of its matchless and gorgeous plumage. The wonderful "displays" of the cock-bird are a never failing source of interest to young and old visitors to our local Zoological Gardens. ... [ILLUSTRATED]

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