Leopard Tortoise (Geochelone pardalis). Illustrating how cryptic carapace markings help brake up outline of animal against grass
Leopard Tortoise (Geochelone pardalis). Illustrating 'thermo-regulation', animal moving out of direct sun into shade of vegetation.
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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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