THE SQUIRREL. 





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Grey ami Black Squirrel. 



Among our American Squirrels the Grey Squirrel is the most remarkable. It is subject to much varia 

 tion in color. Sometimes it is whitish grey, at other times it is much clouded with yellowish. What we 

 call the Black Squirrel seems only a variety of the Grey, having the same form and habits, and differing 

 only in color. It is the only Squirrel deemed worthy of notice as game. It is much sought by boys, who 

 catch it in box traps and keep it in the rolling cages. 



The Red Squirrel is found in the same localities as the Grey, and is about half as large. 



The Flying Squirrel, still smaller, is a beautiful animal, with very brilliant eyes, and is a favorite pet 

 with boys, who carry it to school in their pockets. A membrane extending from the fore to the hind legs 

 serves to assist its flying. 



Flying Squirrel 



Grey Squirre. 



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