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Loggerhead Turtle (Caretta caretta) juvenile, swimming at surface, unable to dive as rear of carapace covered in Goose
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Loggerhead Turtle (Caretta caretta) juvenile, swimming at surface, unable to dive as rear of carapace covered in Goose
Loggerhead Turtle (Caretta caretta) juvenile, swimming at surface, unable to dive as rear of carapace covered in Goose Barnacles (Pedunculata sp.), Azores, June
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Talk about a turtle in a sticky situation! This Loggerhead Turtle is having quite the adventure, but not exactly by choice. With its rear carapace covered in Goose Barnacles, this little guy finds itself floating at the surface of the ocean instead of diving down below. It's like wearing a barnacle backpack that won't let you sink! But hey, who needs to dive when you can just float around and enjoy the view? This juvenile Loggerhead seems to be taking it all in stride as it gracefully glides through the crystal-clear waters surrounding the Azores islands. Talk about making lemonade out of lemons! It's not every day you come across such a rare sight – an endangered turtle suffering from an unusual syndrome caused by these clingy crustaceans. But fear not, our resilient friend here is still enjoying its summer adventures despite this unexpected hitch. So next time life throws some goose barnacles your way, remember this determined little turtle and keep on swimming (or floating)! After all, sometimes even setbacks can lead to unforgettable experiences and make for one shell of a story.
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