Three-toed Box Turtle
I photographed this Three-toed Box Turtle crossing the road at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
The Three-toed Box Turtle is a species of terrestrial turtle native to North America. They are named for the three toes on each of their hind legs. They have a high-domed carapace (upper shell) and a hinged plastron (lower shell) that allows them to close tightly and protect themselves from predators. They feed on a variety of foods, including insects, fruit, and carrion. They are also known for their long lifespan, with some individuals living for more than 100 years in captivity.

Gear Used:
- Camera: Canon EOS R7
- Lens: RF100-500 mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
Technical:
- Location: Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge (Oklahoma)
- Date and Time Taken: August 6, 2022 (09:44 A. M.)
- Exposure Mode: Manual
- Aperture: f8
- Shutter speed: 1/800
- ISO: 250 (Auto)
- White Balance: Auto
- Metering Mode: Evaluative
- Back-button Focus
- Animal Eye Single Point Auto Focus
- Exposure Compensation: 0 EV
- Focal Length: 428 mm