Radiated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata). Yawning. Note serrated cusps along edges of jaws, enabling animal to grasp, vegetation.
Radiated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata). Yawning. Note serrated cusps along edges of jaws, enabling animal to grasp, grip and tear at vegetation.
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