"Is there a beast or a bird in the world whose English name is dog-wolf ?" he asked, as soon as he could speak.

"I did give Lester credit for a little common sense and a little knowledge, but I declare he possesses neither.

It beats the world how he has got things mixed.

Just listen to this," added Don, consulting his note-book.

"He speaks of a pheasant and calls it _T.Scolopax_.