The "Flipper"

Okay, now let's talk about Megersa. :)
Megersa, and his "flipper."
This kid has the strangest way of 'testing' out something:
If you hold out an object - say, a cracker, or gerber puff, or an unfamiliar toy -Megersa will "bat" at it with his flipper.

What do you mean, "flipper?"

I'll try to describe it:
His fingers are held tightly together, yet outstreched...and his thumb is tucked under his fingers.
Then, with his muscles firm, he bats his arm (and hand) at the item.

Can you picture it?
I guess you could also liken it to a "fin" or "wing." haha.
Tim and I often laugh when we see him work it.
He can't do the "pincher" grab yet - with first finger and thumb.
What's it called? Dexterity? He lacks it.


Overall, though, he's using his hands MUCH more than he did 2 months ago; but we really need to continue to work at offering him opportunities to turn his "flipper" into a "claw." :)