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Giant Tortoise


Giant Tortoise
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Copyright: Eyal Bartov (bartove) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 159 W: 1 N: 426] (5187)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2001
Categories: Reptiles
Camera: Canon EOS 1V, Canon EF100-400 IS, Fuji Provia 100F
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2005-11-23 8:41
Viewed: 2063
Points: 4
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
The indian Ocen islands were once home to an estimated 17 species of Giant tortoise (Geochelone gigantea)but only one remained.The tortoise were exploited for food on sailing ships and by the Seychellois. today they are protected and can be seen all over the islands.
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  • Leace Silver Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 30 W: 0 N: 61] (292)
  • [2005-11-24 16:20]

Very nice shot - I like the POV - the fact that we are looking at the turtle's level. The focus and exposure are perfect.
Such a sad note too - knowing how many have died (and since become extinct) because of selfish humans.
TFS

Just points, not much time, sorry - Xplorator

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