THE 



ANADROMOUS TROUT 



THROUGH bogs and meadows, hemmed 

 by dikes, encroached upon by ditches, 

 flows the brook, covering with its 

 waters and protecting amid the chil- 

 ling months of winter, the tender vines that later 

 on give forth their rich treasure of delicate 

 berries. 



Onward in twisting curves speeds the stream 

 seaward, until the tidal waters of the river wel- 

 come its flowing. Here, in the deep holes 

 fashioned by the force of swirling currents through 

 the undermining of vine-clad banks, lie the trout, 

 our well beloved, red-spotted brook beauties, 

 rejoicing in the cool protection offered. Restless 

 wanderers by nature, they cannot long endure 

 inaction, therefore they soon desert the pool and 

 venture forth to see the world. At first the tiny 

 falls are tried. For a time they are content to 

 loiter in the boisterous foam. Continuing their 

 explorations, each dike and bog is passed in turn, 

 until, with a joyous rush, they disport themselves 



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