18 
1 Brush-tailed Kangaroo {Petrogale pencillata), born 22d 
February. 
12 Egyptian Geese {Chenalopex xgyptiaca), born 20th May 
and 5th October. 
The losses by death have not been extensive either in 
number or value, but included two of the oldest and best 
known of the inhabitants of the Garden — " Pompey/' the 
fine African lion, which had in all probability passed 
over twenty-seven years in captivity; and "Bob," the male 
jaguar, purchased twelve years ago, when already old. 
Both of these animals succumbed to old age. 
It has long seemed desirable to rid the north wing of the 
carnivora house of a number of temporary cages contain- 
ing specimens of the smaller marsupials, carnivores, and 
rodents. 
For this purpose the frame building formerly used as a 
reptile house, and of late for general storage, has been com- 
pletely renovated and fitted with heating appliances and 
cages suitable for a small mammal house. The alterations 
were completed in August, at a total actual outlay of $500, 
the greater part of the work having been done at odd times 
by the regular employes of the Society. The building 
being light, airy, and sunny, has added considerably to 
the attractions of the Garden, and at the same time sup- 
plies a long-felt necessity. 
During the fall a large number of trees were planted, 
mainly for shade purposes, along the walks ; most of them 
are large enough to be of immediate service. Trees were 
also planted in the deer park and cattle pens to replace 
those which have died. No other work, beyond current 
repairs, has been done during the year. 
Kespectfully, 
ARTHUR ERWIN BROWN, 
Genl. Supt. 
Zoological Gaeden, 1st March, 1888. 
