A distinctively marked adult Leopard Tortoise. They are widespread throughout Eastern and Southern Africa and common in savanna bush areas.


A distinctively marked adult Leopard Tortoise. They are widespread throughout Eastern and Southern Africa and common in savanna bush areas.


Size: 6200px × 4133px
Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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