THE HIPPOPOTAMUS. 



Hippopotamus and Crocodile combat and Hunt. From a print after Rubens. 



The Hippopotamaus is a native of Africa, and is thought to be Behemoth of Scripture. It is nearly 

 the same size as the Rhinoceros, has an enormously large head, and its mouth is armed with strong tusks. 

 Though its habits are generally quiet and inoffensive, its ragp and strength, when it is roused, render it 

 very dangerous; it feeds on grass> chiefly during the night; retiring at day-break to the water, where it 

 it remains until the dusk again invites it forth to graze. 



The large engraving on this, page is intended to represent a scene on the banks of the Nile. A Hippo- 

 potamus and Crocodile engaged in combat, are surprised by the hunters, who, notwithstanding the 

 peril of the adventure, seem to charge with great spirit. 



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Hippopotamus Feeding. 



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Hippopotamus surprised while Feeding. 



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