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as he is a small mark, forms rather a fascinating object 
to pursue. A point with regard to the species which 
has not been generally noted is that both male and 
female bear horns. In South Africa it is with rare 
exceptions only the males which are so distinguished. 
Duiker and steinbok are most mischievous little brutes, 
and for their size do more harm to young crops than 
any other animals, with the possible exception of baboons. 
Much, however, is forgiven them by the sporting 
farmer on account of the fine scent they provide. 
Both the Masara Hounds and several bobbery packs 
in various portions of the Highlands chase such small 
buck as an alternative to jackal, and of the two, most 
people hold that the former provide the better runs. 
It takes, however, a good pack, a good scent, and a 
long chase to pull one down. It is for this reason that 
I include what many might consider merely a nuisance 
in this list. The flesh of all small buck is excellent. 
Duiker especially make delightful pets, and run in and 
out of the house in the friendliest manner. It is 
almost impossible, however, to keep them away from 
rose buds. The leaves of rose bushes they are 
partial to, but the flower is their special delight, and 
they will bolt a full-blown rose like a pill. Harvey s 
Duiker , though somewhat local, is quite common in 
the Ngong forest and in any thick bush as far north as 
Kijabe. 
