The late Eocene was a fascinating time with respect to community changes among terrestrial organisms. Among the mammals, for example, the greatest worldwide ordinal (26 total) and familial (about 120, plus bats and modern-type whales) diversity occurred.

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We have some splendid game in these woods, among which is the gibnut, a beautiful little animal, which, when cooked, tastes very much like a nice, fat little pig. [From the New York Sun.]