Leopard Tortoise (Geochelone pardalis). Illustrating how cryptic carapace markings help brake up outline of animal against grass
Leopard Tortoise (Geochelone pardalis). Illustrating how cryptic carapace markings help brake up outline of animal against grassland habitat. Seeking shade to reduce heat uptake from exposure to direct sunlight. Rear end.
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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
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