THE IBEX.

Tur Ibex has large knotted horns, lean-
ing backwards, a small head, large eyes,
a thick, short, strong body, strong legs,
very short hoofs, and a short tail. Its
body is a deep brown color, with a mixture
of gray hairs; the legs are partly black.
The hair is harsh, and the male is fur-
nished with a beard. These animals are
found in the most lofty mountains.in Ku-
rope and Asia, where they move in small
flocks. They are very swift and display
amazing skill in leaping. They are not
often hunted. The Ibex hunter must
have a head that can bear to look down

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