European Pond Turtle (Emys orbicularis). Hatchling held in a hand showing white 'egg tooth' below nostrils and on tip of upper m

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European Pond Turtle (Emys orbicularis). Hatchling held in a hand showing white 'egg tooth' below nostrils and on tip of upper mandible or mouth. Note absorption and healing of umbilicus in centre of plastron, or undershell. Compare size wih that of a man's thumb nail.

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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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