Leopard Tortoise (Stigmochelys pardalis). Approaching, from leaving overnight cover. Morning temperature rise, thermoregulation allows daily routine.
Leopard Tortoise (Stigmochelys pardalis). Approaching, from leaving overnight cover. Morning temperature rise, thermoregulation allows daily routine activities, eg, seeking, foraging for preferred vegetation.
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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
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