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but agreed as to the wonderfully correct idea the zoologist 
had formed of the animal which he had derived from the 
inspection of a few bones only. 
Owen’s sketch, altered according to the suggestions of the 
above observers, will be shortly laid before this society. The 
average length of the toes, as measured by different individuals 
from the footprints, is about ten inches. The bones are very 
frequently met with, and it is hoped from these facts, more 
Avill be known of this gigantic animal so very interesting to 
naturalists. 
Dr. Clay also read a Paper entitled “ Remarks on the 
Habits and Character of the Maoris of New Zealand.” 
The author’s remarks were illustrated by an excellently 
formed skull of one of the Maori chiefs, showing (with the 
exception of somewhat narrow frontal regions) a skull of fair 
development, with considerable amount of brain space, and 
considerable capability of mental cultivation if begun early 
in life. The present condition of this tribe is most degraded 
and lamentable. 
