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perseded mostly by the horses and mules which have 
_ been introduced from Europe. 
_” 182. In the family of Camelopardide there is only one 
/known species, the Giraffe, Fig. 91. This very peculiar 
Fig. 91.—Giraffe. 
animal has some points of resemblance to the Camel, and 
some to the Deers and Antelopes. It is found only in 
Africa; there being two varieties, one in the southern 
part of the continent, and the other in Nubia, Abyssinia, 
and the adjoining districts. It is seen in herds of twelve 
to forty in number, making splendid objects in the land- 
scape, as with their tall necks they browse from the trees. 
Questions.—What is said of the Ovid? What effect is produced 
on their tails by domestication? How do the Capridz differ from the 
Ovid ? What is said ci their usefulness to man? What is said of 
the Angora Goat? Ofthe Cashmere Goat? Of the Caucasian Ibex ? 
How are the Cervide distinguished from the other families of the Ru- 
minants? What is the office of the ‘‘ velvet,” and how is it disposed 
