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Show 302 SIR V. BROOKE ON CERVUS MESOPOTAMICUS. [Mar. 7, veloped (c', figs. 1-4). From the posterior surface of the upper third of the beam arises a row of long subcylindrical tines, from 3 to 8 in number, the bases of which, in very strongly developed specimens (fig. 1), are united so as to form a second palmature. The lower three fourths of the beam are bent in a decided curve outwards and slightly downwards, the upper fourth abruptly inwards and upwards. Fig. 4. Left horn of Cervus mesopotamicus (adult and of typical form). From the following extract of a letter which I received from Mr. Robertson a short time since, it will be seen that I have been somewhat unfortunate in the name chosen for this species; as, however, the name C. mesopotamicus has been published, I believe I shall be taking the course least conducive to future confusion in adhering to it': M r. Robertson writes :- " I a m very glad to see by your letter received some days ago, that the horns have enabled you to decide about the spotted deer. I fear, |