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So let’s get this out of the way — how can an African ratel possibly be born in the U.S.?

She went there a great deal to study the animals, and was particularly fond of the "poor dear ratel" that used to turn somersaults.

On the other hand, when the nest chanced to be in a tree, they knew the ratel could not reach it—this animal not being a tree-climber.

It is said also to dig up the nests of wasps in order to eat the larvae, as the ratel—a closely allied South African form—is said to rob the bees of their honey.

The ratel lies in wait for this bird; and, on hearing the cry, makes towards it, and keeps following its flights till the bees’ nest is found.