Re: [CH] Swimming lessons for Squirrels

Charles P Demas (cpd@world.std.com)
Thu, 29 Jun 2000 17:22:41 -0400 (EDT) 

On Thu, 29 Jun 2000, Suz wrote:

> > A neighbor uses a wire cage trap and a 35 gallon trash partially filled
> > with water can to see how long they can hold their breath.  This
> > and a high powered air rifle work wonders in a urban area.
>
> How do the squirrels manage to get into the trash can filled with water.
> 
> Squirrel diving boards?

LOL!

No, while they are still in the cage, the cage gets lowered into the
trash can full of water.  <Glug> ... <glug> ... <glug>  

Think of it as an open weave diving bell.  :-)


Chuck Demas
Needham, Mass.

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