Hatchling's Journey: An Alabama Red-Bellied Cooter Takes Its First Steps
A tiny Alabama red-bellied cooter hatchling emerges from its eggshell, its delicate, glistening skin shimmering in the warm sunlight. The sandy shore, dotted with a few other unhatched eggs in the background, creates a picturesque scene of new life. The hatchling's vibrant, patterned shell contrasts beautifully with the soft, wet sand, which glistens under the light, capturing the essence of its
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