336 THE WATER-RAT OR WATER-VOLE. 



feet have five complete slender toes, between which 

 there exists the first indication of a webbing. The 

 tail is thickly haired. The ears are very short, 

 and almost hidden in the deep, soft fur surround- 

 ing them. The water-vole's eyes are small and 

 black, and regard one with a pathetic expression. 

 Its sight is not good. 



