Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Out of the Jurisdiction: Giant Galapagos Land Tortoises!

The male giant tortoise on the right walked up to the one on the left.  He literally "got in his face."


The two tortoises began stretching their necks for dominance.  Taller wins.  The one on the left got higher and the challenger slinked away.  All in silence, all in slow motion.  A highlight of the trip.



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10 comments:

  1. AndyMarch 15, 2016 at 5:41 AM

    Nice photos Jack. You are really getting close to nature.

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  2. John "By Stargoose And Hanglands"March 15, 2016 at 6:00 AM

    Astonishing creatures and what a civilised way to settle scores - though President Assad of Syria would be even more of a problem.

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  3. Luis GomezMarch 15, 2016 at 7:25 AM

    Love these guys!

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  4. William KendallMarch 15, 2016 at 11:13 AM

    Amazing creatures to get to see!

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  5. BillMarch 15, 2016 at 1:09 PM

    Love the challenge the turtles created and you got the photo! Great shot Jack.

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  6. RedPatMarch 15, 2016 at 1:50 PM

    These pics are fantastic, Jack!

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  7. jennyfrecklesMarch 15, 2016 at 3:43 PM

    Prehistoric looking things aren't they? I guess males are the same whatever species. ;)

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  8. mike phelpsMarch 15, 2016 at 9:20 PM

    Magnificent picture of the tortoises Jack. Standing next to you, I would be the short necked guy on the right!

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  9. SharonMarch 16, 2016 at 11:19 AM

    I'm smiling!

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  10. SRQMarch 17, 2016 at 7:30 AM

    Wow -- very cool experience! Wonderful captures.

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