THE SNAKES OF SOUTH AFRICA. 
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Fic. Y (4).—Feeding a Puff Adder. Insert the spout of a glass funnel gently into the gullet ot 
the snake and slowly pour egg flip down his throat. Meanwhile work the food down to 
the snake’s stomach. Then withdraw the funnel and lay it gently down in a warm, quiet 
place, and leave it alone for a day or two. Two ounces once a week is sufficient for an 
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average snake, 
