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(Sourced from the Song Dynasty *Jiayu Bencao*)
[Collected Explanations] Yuxi stated: The Lianque (White-tailed Magpie) resembles the Turdus mandarinus (Mandarin Thrush) but is smaller, with blackish-brown plumage. Those fed on locust tree fruits are of superior quality. They are collected during winter and spring.
Shizhen stated: It is identified by the long white feathers on its tail resembling a white ribbon. The *Qin Jing* (Classic of Birds) states: Birds with crests are courageous; birds with plumes are joyful; birds with ribbons are benevolent.
Zhang Hua stated: The "ribbon bird" refers to species similar to the Lianque. Currently, it is colloquially called "Tuo Bai Lian" (Dragging White Ribbon).
[Flavor and Properties] Sweet in flavor; warm and neutral in nature; non-toxic.
[Therapeutic Actions] Tonifies Qi; treats wind disorders. Finely chop and stir-fry until fragrant, place in a bag, and soak in wine. Take the medicinal wine warm daily for consumption (*Jiayu Bencao*).

(Sourced from *Shiwu Bencao*)
[Names] Huangniao (Yellow Bird, from *Shijing*); Li Huang (from *Shuowen Jiezi*); Li Huang (from *Erya*); Cang Geng (from *Liji Yue Ling*). *Erya* writes it as "Shang Geng"; Qing Niao (Green/Blue Bird, from *Zuo Zhuan*); Huang Bolao (Yellow Shrike).
Shizhen stated: The *Qin Jing* notes that because its call sounds like "ying ying," it is named accordingly. Some say it is named so because it has patterns on its neck; "Ying" refers to neck ornaments. Others write it as "Ying," referring to patterned bird feathers. The *Shijing* says, "It has the feathers of an Ying," which confirms this. Its color is yellow mixed with dark hues, hence names like Li Huang. Lu Ji stated: People in Qi call it Jin Yi Gong Zi (Golden Garb Prince) or Huang Pao (Yellow Robe).
[Collected Explanations] Shizhen stated: Ying birds are found everywhere. They are larger than the Turdus mandarinus, fly in pairs, have yellow body plumage with black interspersed in their wings and tails, black eyebrows, pointed beaks, and blue-green legs. They begin singing after the Start of Spring, especially when wheat turns yellow and mulberries ripen. Their song is round and smooth, resembling the sound of a loom; they are birds that respond to seasonal rhythms. The *Yue Ling* states: In the second month of spring, Cang Geng sings. The *Shuowen Jiezi* states: When Cang Geng sings, silkworms hatch. During winter, they hibernate. They enter fields and ponds, wrapping themselves in mud like eggs, emerging only in spring.
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[Flavor and Properties] Sweet in flavor; warm in nature; non-toxic.
[Therapeutic Actions] Tonifies and benefits Yang Qi; strengthens the Spleen (Wang Ying). Consumption prevents jealousy (Shizhen).
[Elucidation] Wang Ying stated: This bird responds to the spring Yang energy by singing first, thus it can benefit humans.
Shizhen stated: According to the *Shan Hai Jing*: Eating Huangniao meat prevents jealousy. Yang Kui's *Zhi Du Lun* (Discourse on Stopping Jealousy) records: Empress Xi of Emperor Wu of Liang was naturally jealous. Someone suggested that eating Cang Geng as a dish could counteract jealousy. She consumed it, and her jealousy indeed decreased by half.