Bosque Gator

Posted by SantaFeJoe on Thu Aug 13, 2015 11:37 am

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A couple of years ago, someone reported having seen a four foot long alligator at Bosque del Apache. It was never found. Although it is unlikely, but not impossible, to have seen a gator there, I'd bet this is what they saw! Many of you will probably recognize this creature, but I will post a more complete image later.
Nikon D200, Nikon 500f4, 1.4TC, f4@1/2000 sec., large crop.
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by Carol Clarke on Thu Aug 13, 2015 2:30 pm

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Is it a Spiny Softshell?

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by SantaFeJoe on Thu Aug 13, 2015 2:44 pm

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Carol Clarke wrote:Is it a Spiny Softshell?

I knew some sharp eyes would recognize what it was!!! These guys are unbelievably fast on land, even though their feet are webbed! Here are a couple of larger examples of softshell turtles from Bosque:

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by Carol Clarke on Thu Aug 13, 2015 4:58 pm

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I only know what it is because you've taught me well Joe! Now you might believe me when I say I am really fascinated by your images and information on the wildlife in Bosque. I love wildlife wherever its found and love learning about it in the places I haven't been - especially from someone who is so knowledgeable of a certain area, and willing to share that knowledge - like you. Thank you.

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by micha on Thu Aug 13, 2015 8:36 pm

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Very special and great story!!

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by Srcan on Fri Aug 14, 2015 11:59 am

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Would surely catch your eye popping up out of still waters. Caught a small one of these when I was a kid (silver dollar size) A lot meaner than the little sliders!

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by jerryb on Sat Aug 15, 2015 10:40 am