This morning on my path I came across this turtle- yes, he is alive, but there was a big icicle on his nose and his limbs were out of his shell. I guess the cold crept up on him last night.
Showing posts with label Turtles. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Turtles. Show all posts
Friday, October 21, 2011
Dewdrops
It is my understanding that turtles bury themselves in dirt or mud in the winter to prevent themselves from freezing. Their metabolism slows down and they absorb oxygen through their skin. It has gotten cold here in Georgia very quickly- just 3 days ago the temperature was in the 70's; but last night there was a freeze warning.
This morning on my path I came across this turtle- yes, he is alive, but there was a big icicle on his nose and his limbs were out of his shell. I guess the cold crept up on him last night.
As the frost started to melt, it left lovely sparkling dewdrops on this tiny feather:
And on this clover:
Drexel seemed confused by me taking pictures of the ground; I guess he just wanted to be included:
Even though he tried to act bashful:
Cutie Pie!
This morning on my path I came across this turtle- yes, he is alive, but there was a big icicle on his nose and his limbs were out of his shell. I guess the cold crept up on him last night.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
The Turtle Hunter
Somehow, Drexel always manages to find turtles in the woods. He doesn't hurt them, but he does like to play with them a little.
Have no fear, the turtle is safe and sound!
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