Prickly pear mustache

No that isn't a Kool-aid stain around his mouth. This Desert Tortoise has been gorging on Prickly Pear Cactus fruit. The fruit is pretty sweet and yummy--even if a bit prickly which probably doesn't bother a leathery tortoise.

Below is some prickly pear cactus with their juicy red fruit!



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