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storks we often saw sitting bunched-up on some ambatch 

 bough, though when in action they were smart enough. 

 One I watched capture two immense creatures that fought 

 hard for their lives. I wonder what they were? Who 

 can say what strange amphibians exist unknown in these 

 eerie lagoons? 



NIGHT-HERONS (IMMATURE) MIDDAY. 

 (The halo represents umbrageous foliage.) 



February 12. Thank heaven, after four days and 

 nights, we have cleared the Sudd! Whatever mental 

 joys be derivable from having seen and learnt something 

 of the secrets of the unknown, at least one's eyes rejoice 

 on quitting the dismal swamp and regaining once more 

 the sight of God's earth, with its solid ground, its trees, 

 bushes, grass, and manifold beauties. 



