Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 744
t,each equipped with a grappling-hook in the formof claws. Moreover, the progress of the squirrel is inreality a series of hitches. Obtaining a hold withthe claws of his hind feet, he lowers his bodyuntil his fore paws strike a suitable foothold;supporting his weight on these, he hitches hisVol.… … A SQUIKKEL DESCENDING A TREE. - Note the peculiar turned around position of the hind foot. Notealso that the fore paws are holding some article of food, so that the en-tire weight of the squirrel is supported by the hind claws. To make his hold even more secure, the ankle-joints of the squirrel are…
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