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though not so greatly developed, and essentially aquatic habits. 
Its body is elongated, it stands low, and its tail is of medium 
length; in size it is about equal to the Zibetha. It was brought 
from Borneo by Mr. Ben net, ; until the present time it has not 
been found elsewhere. 
Germs Ictides . — The Ictides are animals belonging to Java and 
Sumatra; they have tufts of long hair growing on their ears, 
giving them a very singular appearance. They use their long 
prehensile tails in climbing trees. Only one species is known, 
and this is entirely black, with the exception of some grey spots 
on the face and limbs. 
Genus Coati . — The various genera of Viverridse that we have 
just passed in review are all peculiar to the Old World ; the genus 
Fig. 171. — Paradoxurus (F. Cuv.)., 
Coati belongs to America. The Coatis inhabit the warm portions 
of the JSTew World — Mexico, Columbia, Peru, Guiana, Brazil, and 
Paraguay. Their collective characteristics permit them to be 
readily recognised. They have a narrow head, terminating in a 
salient, mobile muzzle, like that of the Manguls ; and, in addition, 
their tongue is soft and extensible. Their mode of progression, 
which is plantigrade, gives to all their movements an appearance 
of clumsiness. Their claws are very strong, and serve to carry 
food to the mouth. The Coati (Fig. . 172) is about the size of 
the domestic Cat, and exhales a disagreeable odour ; its fur is 
harsh, dry, and of no value. 
The Coatis easily climb trees, descending, head downwards, 
without the slightest difficulty. Their alimentary regime is com- 
posed of small mammals, birds, eggs, insects, and fruits. Their 
