Two light-brown tortoises are situated on damp, muddy ground under bright sunlight in an outdoor setting in Maigizo, Nigeria. The scene is dominated by earth tones, with patches of bare soil, small rocks, and dried plant debris. Rough, broken concrete or stone structures frame the left and upper right edges of the frame, possibly indicating an enclosure or a dilapidated wall. The tortoise on the left, which appears larger, has a rounded, heavily textured shell partly obscured by shadows and caked mud. Its head is visible near the bottom left, also covered in dirt. The tortoise on the right has a slightly smoother, more elongated shell, illuminated by direct sunlight. A small, three-lobed green plant rests on its shell. Its head is visible towards the top right, and its scaly skin is discernible. Both tortoises are resting or moving slowly on the uneven ground, with their limbs partially visible. Strong shadows cast by the tortoises and surrounding structures indicate midday conditions with clear, sunny weather. There is no visible text.

Sulcata tortoises observed in natural ha

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Tue, Apr 28, 2026, 09:56 AM

Maigizo, Nigeria

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Two light-brown tortoises are situated on damp, muddy ground under bright sunlight in an outdoor setting in Maigizo, Nigeria. The scene is dominated by earth tones, with patches of bare soil, small ro…read more

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