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FLORIDA CROCODILE. 



South America; and the small Crocodilus rhombifer, which 

 is found only in Cuba and the West Indies. 



Of the seven remaining species, Asia contains four, and 

 Africa three. Of the Asiatic species, one frequents salt 

 water. 



The Florida Crocodile is now represented by two speci- 

 mens nearly 9 feet long, from Madina Creek, southern Flor- 

 ida, presented by Mr. Julian A. Dimock. It is to be recog- 

 nized at a glance by its dark olive color and sharp-pointed 

 head. This is the only species of crocodile found in the 

 United States. Its maximum length is 14 feet 2 inches. 



The Cuban Crocodile is represented by two specimens 

 presented by Capt. A. G. Hammond, Eighth U. S. Cavalry. 

 This is a small species, and is believed not to exceed 8 feet 

 in length. It bears some resemblance to the Florida croco- 

 dile, but is specifically quite distinct. 



THE LIZARDS. 



The Tropical Lizards. Several families of lizards are 

 represented among the specimens occupying the Reptile 



