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THJa MOOilCK. 
They are -nocturnal in their habits, feeding upon insects, running with great rapidity, and cle- 
lending themselves vigorously with their feet. The name of Kiwi-Kiwi is given to them by the 
THE APTERl'X. 
natives of New Zealand, who use the skins, which are highly valued in making dresses. A living 
specimen has been in the Zoological Gardens of London. 
