Folio 24v - the hedgehog continued. De formicis; Of ants.
Folio 25r - ants continued. Hic incipit de avibus; the account of the birds.
COMMENTARY
Text
Hedgehog continued. Ants.
Illustration
Ants march in line carrying grain in their mouth. They collect the grain in two stores to reduce the chance of rain damage.
Comment
Pricking for pouncing on right side, refers to the mole on f. 24r. Red initial indicator 'f'' in left margin. Initial type 2.
COMMENTARY
Text
Ants continued. The birds. The many types of birds.
Comment
This page marks the start of the Birds, whose type 2 initial is thus embellished with a flourish. Gathering mark (e) at the bottom, and a 'match stick' folio mark, bottom right.