brilliant-feathered

Updated: August 16, 2026

There is also an interesting aviary to be seen here, and a small artificial lake is covered with curious web-footed birds and brilliant-feathered ducks. The gardens seem to be neglected, but they are very lovely in their native luxuriance. Dead wood and decaying leaves are always a concomitant of such gardens in the low latitudes.

Maturin Murray Ballou - Due South or Cuba Past and Present