Bugs. The pun is “B” (the initial letter), and “flat,” from the
flatness of the obnoxious insect. Also called Norfolk Howards,
from Mr. Bugg, who advertised in the Times that he should in
future change his name into “Norfolk Howard.” (See F Sharp.)
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