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rather scarce around Muldiva, and the only specimens I obtained 

 were those brought to me by the natives. 



Varanus timorensis, Gray. — This small monitor is fairly com- 

 mon. In general habit it differs considerably from the lai-ger 

 sorts, and owing to the more feeble development of the limbs is 

 not nearly so swift. When handled a peculiar sickly odour is 

 given off. 



In conclusion I must acknowledge my indebtedness to Mr. G. 

 A. Boulenger, F.R.S., for kindly giving me his opinion on one or 

 two specimens about which there was a little doubt. 



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