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The Natural History of Pliny, Vol. 2

by Pliny the Elder

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Chap. 11 (9.) — The Tursio

There is a fish called the tursio,2288 which bears a strong resemblance to the dolphin; it differs from it, however, in a certain air of sadness, and is wanting in its peculiar vivacity. This animal most resembles the dog-fish,2289 however, in the shape and dangerous powers of the muzzle.

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