BANDED MOyGOVS.-.JLn/r/os Jamdlns. (xWW^GX^.-lIcspcstcs Javdnicas. 



All the Ichneumons are reiiinvkable for tlicir loiii»; tails and bodies, short legs, and 

 great activity. Some of these creatures are represented in the accompanying engraving. 



The Icft-hiind fignre represents the creature whicli is known by the name of the 

 Banded Mongous, and which is an inhabitant of Africa. It is a small animal, 

 being about the size of a very large water-i-at, and is peculiarly quick and energetic 

 in its movements. 



In habits it is singularly brisk and lively, ever restlessly in motion, and 

 accompanying its movements with a curious and unique soimd, something like the 

 croak of a raven. When excited it pours out a succession of quick chattering 

 sounds, and when its feelings are extremely touched it utters sharp screams of 

 rage. If its companions should cross its path in its temper it snaps and spits at 

 them like an angry cat, and makes such very good use of its teeth that it leaves 

 the marks of its passion for the remainder of the victim's life. 



The right-hand figure upon the same engraving represents the Garangan, or 

 Javanese Ichneumon. As is evident by the name, it is an inhabitant of Java. In 

 size it equals the last mentioned animal. Its colour is nearly uniform, and 

 consists of a bright rich chesnut on the body, and a lighter fawn colour on the 

 head, throat, and under parts of the body. 



This little animal is found in great numbers inhabiting the teak forests, where 

 it finds ample subsistence in the snakes, birds, and small quadrupeds. 



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