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MAMMALS. 



Eyes and blow-hole in one line across, 

 jected about 1 inch beyond the upper. 



The lower jaw pro- 



The upper snout, as far as the depression at forehead, and to 

 the angle of the mouth, pure white ; also white from mouth to 

 pectoral fin and on the belly ; two finely shaded whitish bands 

 on each side ; other parts from a grey to purplish black. 



The teeth were conical, sharp, and bent inwards and back- 

 wards. Tongue large, and of a livid colour. Blow-hole single, 

 and a full crescent. 



The animal from which this description was taken was shot 

 at Longhope on June 28th, 1853. When on shore, it respired 

 deeply, this being heard at some distance ; it squeaked on being 

 lanced, and had but little blubber. 



Seven or eight of these animals had frequented the shallow 

 bay at the top of Longhope for some weeks before being 

 chased. They were observed to swim with more rapidity than 

 the porpoise, and rose higher out of the water. 



The drawing and description we sent up to Mr. Southwell, 

 who kindly identified the animal for us. 



