Animals - Aquariums - Archeology - Insects - Fossils - Zoos
1957 - Animal study. Unusual pet in the home of Mr. Bett, in Chipstead Way, Banstead, is Algy - a three year old alligator, who is the personal pet to the son of the house, 13-year old philip, whose father is president of the Goldfish Society. Algy is two feet long. and so far is very gentle, though Philip realises he will ultimately have to part with, as the tank next to fathers goldfish would hardly be suitable for him. Algy is quite at home and is friendly with the cat and pigeon, other pets of the household. photo shows An essay on darkest africa can be leant realism with the help of Algy, the alligator, who insists on being present to help. Hank, the pigeon, Philips other pet takes up her regular perch - on her young masters head. (Credit Image: (c) Keystone Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Mary Evans)
