Spiny turtle. (Heosemys spinosa) If you ever needed a reason not to make fun of turtles, this
Spiny turtle. (Heosemys spinosa) If you ever needed a reason not to make fun of turtles, this guy is definitely it. Just look. He’s like the terminator of the turtle world. This semi-aquatic species is found in shallow, wooded mountain streams in Southeast Asia, but spends a lot of time on land foraging or burrowing amongst the leaf litter of the forest floor. It is usually only the younger turtles that display the unmistakable, strongly-serrated carapace edge and spiny keel, as it becomes worn down with age. Unfortunately, like many Asian turtle species, the spiny turtle is in danger of extinction due to over-collection from the wild for the Asian food market and international pet trade, as well as the destruction of its habitat. The Spiny turtle is classified as badass endangered on the IUCN red list. Image source. -- source link
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