Is ob-vi-ous-ly one of hue.

    Though this is not the only way,

    To tell the Blue-Jay from the Bay.

    Observe the common Indian Pipe,

    Likewise the high-bred English Snipe,

    Who is distinguished, as we see,

    By his superior pedigree.

    Observe how peacefully the Cows

    Among the little Shamrocks browse,

    In contrast with their actions frantic

    When they perceive the Roc gigantic;

    We need but watch thei

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    upation,

    And seek no other explanation.

    The Larkspur's likeness to the Lark

    Is surely worthy of remark,

    Although to see it we require

    The aid of a small magnifier,

    Which circumstance of course implies,

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