SCOUTING FOR GIRLS 
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MINK 
A cousin of the Weasel and Otter, the Mink feeds upon frogs, cray- 
fish, mice, bird’s eggs, etc. Range: This and closely related forms 
over most of United States, Canada, and Alaska. From Group in 
American Museum of Natural History. 
A few suggestions for observation or study : 
1. What peculiar instinct or habit has the Opossum 
developed ? 
2. How does the flight of a Bat differ from that of 
a Flying Squirrel? 
3. Can you notice any peculiarity in the Rabbit’s 
track ? 
4. Mention three mammals that hibernate. 
5. Describe the methods of defense in the following 
mammals : Armadillo, Porcupine, Skunk. 
6. Why do the front teeth of the Squirrel and the 
Beaver continue to grow? 
