"The antelope of the prairies and Rocky Mountains of America, which I believe to be different from all other known varieties, forms one of the most pleasing living ornaments of the Western World. Their flesh, which is excellent food, contributes essentially to the Indian's larder; and the modes of hunting them, much to his amusement. They are met in some parts in almost incredible numbers, sporting and playing about the hills and dales; and often, in flocks of fifty or a hundred will follow the boat of the descending voyageur on the Missouri, or the traveling caravan, for hours together, keeping off at a safe distance on the right or left, galloping up and down the hills, blowing through their noses, he was making on their own hallowed ground."