Carapce damage in Hermann's Tortoise (Testudo hermanni), probably due to predation

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This wild Hermann's Tortoise was found at the Tarquinia salt-pans, north of Rome, Italy. The species has suffered severe declines in much of its range due to over-collecting by human beings, primarily for the pet-trade. Examining its underparts revealed damage to its carapace probably due to attempted predation by foxes.

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Size: 3104px × 4672px
Location: Tarquinia, Italy
Photo credit: © Paul Harris / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

Keywords: -collection, hermann, italy, pet-trade, reptile, tortoise, wild