LHG_3065_The Texas tortoise

I walked up on the docile creature while I was at Bentsen RGV state park looking for the hook billed kites.The Texas tortoise (Gopherus berlandieri) is one of the most interesting reptiles found in Texas. This fellows shell was at least 8 inches so he was an aged critter.

[gloria jones]

Super shot and clarity

[Diana]

Love this, we have five of these magnificent ancient critters on our estate.

[KoalaGardens🐨]

they are fascinating

[Milanie]

What a clear shot of him - the light is terrific to bring out the details

[Jane Pittenger]

Well camouflaged with the pebbles