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Miller 



. — Teratomis. 



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Such a bird in life, judged by the standards of systematic or- 

 nithology at present in vogue, would almost necessarily be con- 

 sidered as representing a distinct family, which would natur- 

 ally be known as the Teratornithidae. That exceedingly impor- 

 tant taxonomic point, the character of the lower limb, is still un- 

 known to us. It is hoped that further excavations at Rancho 

 La Brea will better define Teratomis in this regard. 



The form described in this paper is given its specific name 

 in honor of Professor John C. Merriam of the University of 

 California. 



Issued, September 10, 1909. 



