Mediterannean Spur-thighed Tortoise (Testudo graeca ibera). Head, neck extended from carapace, or upper shell. Note partial skin sloughing on the neck
Mediterannean Spur-thighed Tortoise (Testudo graeca ibera). Head, neck extended from carapace, or upper shell. Note partial skin sloughing on the neck. Scutes showing periods of growth rings. Photographer held.
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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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