Is this reptile cautious,
grumpy or just quietly observant. Seemed to be saying “back off” and certainly
watched me every minute that I was in his/her territory. Or, maybe after a long
work week, I just wanted to think “do not disturb”… probably anthropomorphizing.
Great photo, Duff! I think it was wondering if you were friend or foe. (Or whatever it is that reptiles wonder.). Beautiful red markings - my favorite color. I wonder how old it is? I seem to be getting those same wrinkles on my arms and legs! Also, I notice that one of its shell panels is raised. My friend told me that you can't pick a desert tortoise up because it will reflexively pee, then dehydrate in the heat and die. Just a bit of trivia to share on a Sat morning!
ReplyDeleteI think he wanted to start a conversation..he had that questioning air... like "what's up with you,charlie?"
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