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portion than in the Fede. Carotid canal distinct, 
running as a groove on the side of the bulla. Audi- 
tory bulla ossified (ex. Nandznza), large, and divided 
by a septum. In the sub-family Herfestzne, it is 
somewhat pyriform in shape, the posterior chamber 
being large, and rounded. Ali-sphenoid canal gener- 
ally present (ex. Cryptoproctine, Herpestine, Galidictine, 
Euplerinine). In Eupleres, of which genus only one 
species is known, the &. goudotz of Madagascar, the 
jaws are slender and of small size, and there is no 
ali-sphenoid canal. 
3. Proteleidz. This genus contains but a single 
species, Proteles cristatus. The molar teeth are rudi- 
mentary in character, being small, and placed far 
apart. There is no ali-sphenoid canal. The auditory 
bulla consists of two separate chambers. 
4. Hyenide. Skull with no ali-sphenoid canal. 
Sagittal crest prominent. Auditory bulla not divided, 
but rudiment of septum may be present, and usually 
anchylosed into one mass. 
Section CYNOIDEA. Contains only one family. 
1. Canide. Includes the Dogs, Wolves, Jackals, 
and Foxes. The Doss skull may be regarded “as 
typical of the family. 
Section An CTOIDE A. ‘Comprises the dears: 
Otters, Badger, and Weasels. 
1. Urside. Facial portion short. Zygomatic 
arches and sagittal crest largely developed (especially 
