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Leopard Tortoise
Stigmochelys pardalis

Location

Ndutu, Tanzania

Date

31/01/2017

Description

This beautiful signature animal, the leopard tortoise, gets its name from the distinct markings on its large shell echoing that of a large cat.

Photo Link

https://www.instagram.com/p/COVNanGjSbe/

Learn More

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leopard_tortoise
Melissa Groo
Wildlife conservation photographer, writer, educator, and wildlife warrior.
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