REPTILES. 



Emperor Boa, crushing n Deer. 



The Boa Cenchrea, or Aboma, has scaly plates on the muzzle, and dimples on the sides of the jaws, its 

 color is yellowish, with a row of large, brown rings running down the whole back, and variable spots on 

 the sides. It haunts the marshes of the warm parts of South America, where it preys upon animals 

 coming to drink. 



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The Ringed, or Glass Snake is a harmless denizen of England, is easily tamed, and soon learns to 



recognize its master. It feeds on 

 frogs, mice, young birds, &c. It 

 sheds its skin several times a year, 

 even to the covering of the eyes. 



The Rattlesnakes are of various 

 species, all of which are natives of 

 America. The head is covered 

 with scales; the tail is furnished 

 with an appendage termed the 

 rattle, consisting of several thin, 

 horny cells, which fit into each 

 other so loosely that, when sharply 

 vibrated, they produce a whizzing 

 noise. Up to a certain period, one 

 new rattle is added each year. Its 

 bite is terribly deadly to man and 

 beast. 



Kinged, or Glass Snake. 



