Radiated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata). Showing typical star-like markings on the carapace, of each scute, thus the name.
Radiated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata). Showing typical star-like markings on the carapace, or shell, of each scute, thus the origin of the name given .
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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
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