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be successfully managed by any one who did not 

 handle them gently. 



My son has one which hangs at full length by its 

 hind feet from his finger, eating nuts which it holds 

 in its forepaws. It will remain in this strange position 

 as long as you keep it supplied with the kernels of 

 hazel nuts, and you may carry it about the house 

 thus. These animals do not dislike hanging head 

 downwards ; on the contrary they will eat and even 

 drink while suspended without being taught to do so. 



