I lived in Texas for three years and I have never seen a live one. Apparently, when startled, they leap straight up. This makes an encounter with a vehicle deadly.
Some species tame nicely and make good pets.
9 posted on 06/18/2004 5:57:09 AM PDT by Citizen Tom Paine
(Hug me, squeeze me, but don't break my shell.)
Apparently, when startled, they leap straight up. This makes an encounter with a vehicle deadly.
Just the thought of that has me in tears...of laughter!
10 posted on 06/18/2004 5:59:05 AM PDT by EllaMinnow
("President Reagan has left us, but he has left us stronger and better." President George W. Bush)