3. =Plumage= (_Ptilosis_). The general feathery covering of the body.

4. =Unfeathered= (_Implumis_). A portion of skin in which no feathers

are inserted.

5. =Upper parts= (_Notæum_). The entire upper surface of the animal.

(Sometimes restricted to the trunk.)

6. =Lower parts= (_Gastræum_). The entire lower surface of the animal.

(Sometimes restricted to the trunk.)

7. =Anterior portion= (_Stethiæum_). The forward part of the body

(about half), both upper and under surfaces, including the chest.

8. =Posterior portion= (_Uræum_). The hinder portion of the body

(about half), including the abdominal cavity.

B. The Head (_Caput_).

9. =Bill= (_Rostrum_). The projecting jaws, one above the other,

united by a hinge joint behind, and covered by a horny sheath, or a

skin, and enclosing the mouth.

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