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Emys orbicularis for Bayram Gocmen


Emys orbicularis for Bayram Gocmen
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Copyright: Mustafa Sozen (spalaxtr) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 761 W: 8 N: 1305] (5380)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-09-24
Categories: Reptiles
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/1000 seconds
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Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Dedications to Bayram [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-09-27 11:44
Viewed: 732
Points: 14
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Emys orbicularis (Tr. Benekli kaplumbağa, En. European Pond turtle): The European Pond turtle is found in freshwater ponds and streams in France, Italy, Spain, Southern Germany, Poland, Romania, Bulgaria, Turkey, Iran and the Balkan states among other places. In some localities, practically every habitable pond has its resident orbicularis. This apparent abundance is deceptive, however, as in many parts of its range populations show evidence of severe decline. Changing agricultural practices in particular have been identified as a major contributing factor in this decline. The replacement of drainage ditch earthen sides with concrete, and the regular burning of surrounding vegetation are especially damaging, not only to E. orbicularis but also to other reptiles and amphibians which share similar habitat preferences. In northern parts of their range, Emys orbicularis hibernate for several months over winter, while in hot, southern regions they aestivate to avoid the extreme heat.

Emys orbicularis are omnivorous, with juveniles initially feeding upon insect larvae and small earthworms.

When I think about reptiles, the first person I remember is Bayram Göçmen. That is why I want to dedicate this reptile species to Bayram Göçmen again.

Regards

Tekrar hepinize iyi bayramlar
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Mustafa hocam Adana'dan selamlar. Size de iyi bayuramlar. Elinize sağlık. Hocamıza güzel bir hediye olmuş. Hemde Bayramda Bayram hocamıza:) elinize ağlık.
Bahadır

benekli kaplumbağanın güzel bir karesi olmuş. Alanın eksperi hocamıza da güzel bir dedikasyon. Elinize sağlık Mustafa hocam. Size de iyi bayramlar.
Deniz

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  • zulfu Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1059 W: 0 N: 162] (868)
  • [2008-09-27 12:23]

Mustafa hocam son derece hoş bir kare. Elinize sağlık. Size de iyi bayramlar ve Adana'dan selamlar.
Mehmet

Merhaba Mustafa, nazik jestin için çok teşekkürler. Çok da güzel bir duruşunda yakalamışsın. Eline sağlık. İthafın için ayrıca teşekkür ediyor ve ben de mübarek Bayramını tebrik ediyor, hayırlara vesile olmasını temenni ediyorum.
Bayram

Dr'cum 250. kareni tebrik ediyorum. sanırım yolculuk telaşı ile pek farkına varmadın. beraber başladığımız TN yolculuğumuz inşallah daha yüzlerce güzel kareyle devam eder.
sana da iyi bayramlar, Akseki'ye selamlar dostum.

Thank you for this wonderful shot: looks like "kiss the turtle and it will turn into a prince(s)"! CarOze

A good representation of a basking veteran orbicularis which seems to have survived at least a fire in its environment Mustafa, good profile against an OOF BG my friend. TFS indeed! also for the valuable notes.
Mehmet

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