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Florida gopher tortoise

Florida gopher tortoise

A Florida gopher tortoise extends it's tongue while feeding.

A Florida gopher tortoise extends it's tongue while feeding.
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Aperture f/3.5 ISO 50 Shutter 10/1250

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Feb, 2014

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