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174 August 17th.—Cirl Bunting sings. 18th.—Young Bullfinches still in the nest. 19th.—Young Greenfinches of late brood ready to fly. 20th.—Swift last seen (average date). 21st.—Coal Tit's note heard. 22nd.—Dipper or Water Ouzel sings. Sand Martins congregate to roost in reeds. 23rd.—A late Goldfinches' nest with eggs. House Martins congregate. 24th.—Tree Creeper sings. 25th.—Golden Plover flocking. 26th.—Grey Wagtail returns from its breeding-haunts. 29th.—Some Ring Doves still coo. 31st.—Common Bunting sings.