. The animal creation: a popular introduction to zoology. Zoology. CETACEA. 489 Sirens, and more modern tales of mermaids and similar monsters. Their nostrils open at the ex- tremity of their muzzle. The Sea-cows {Manatus*) have a long Whale-like body, termi- nated by an oblong, oval fin. Vestiges of claws may be discovered on the edges of their fin-like paws, indicating the tips of so many fingers, so that they can use their limbs with tolerable dexterity. Fig. 416.—manatee. in creeping upon the ground, and in carrying theii* little ones; these fins have been compared to hands, and hence is d
. The animal creation: a popular introduction to zoology. Zoology. CETACEA. 489 Sirens, and more modern tales of mermaids and similar monsters. Their nostrils open at the ex- tremity of their muzzle. The Sea-cows {Manatus*) have a long Whale-like body, termi- nated by an oblong, oval fin. Vestiges of claws may be discovered on the edges of their fin-like paws, indicating the tips of so many fingers, so that they can use their limbs with tolerable dexterity. Fig. 416.—manatee. in creeping upon the ground, and in carrying theii* little ones; these fins have been compared to hands, and hence is derived the name by which they are distinguished. They inhabit the warm regions of the Atlantic Ocean, near the mouths of rivers, which they sometimes ascend to a considerable distance. They live in flocks, often land, and are readily approached. They display the greatest attachment to their companions. The Manati are sometimes fifteen or even twenty feet in length; their flesh is eaten and esteemed a luxury. The Dngongs (Halicore t) differ from the Manati by having their tail-fin shaped hke a crescent, and pointed tusks that protrude from the upjx^r jaw. They inhabit the shores of the Indian Ocean. * From manus, a hand—furnished with hands. + aAs, hals, the sea; Kopf], core, a maiden. Y 3. Please note that these images are extracted from scanned page images that may have been digitally enhanced for readability - coloration and appearance of these illustrations may not perfectly resemble the original Jones, Thomas Rymer, 1810-1880. London : Society for Promoting Knowledge
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