What was the first vehicle named after an animal?

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A vimāna is a mythical flying machine, (flying vehicle) described in the ancient literature of India. Some types are named after the kingfisher, the ibis, and other animals. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vimana Aug 26 06, 10:26 AM

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