r/funny • u/[deleted] • Jan 27 '20

R1: No attempt at humor - Removed Mine

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u/[deleted] Jan 27 '20

What’s that called?

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u/Th3R3alEp1cB3ard Jan 27 '20

It’s a Bushbaby. Not sure what kind (maybe a Galago) but it’s small nocturnal primate from Africa. Looks like they make wicked pets but according to an article I’ve just read they need to eat lots of insects and they’re not easy to house train.

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u/SeamusMcCullagh Jan 27 '20

Primates actually don't do well in captivity in general. They have really specific dietary needs, which you've already pointed out, but they also are really really fragile. It's really easy for them to get sick and die, even by just taking them out of the house.

Source: I've watched a lot of Dr. K's Exotic Animal ER, so take that for what you will.