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Italian Spadefoot (Pelobates fuscus insubricus) young, digging in loose sandy soil, Cascina Bellezza, Turin, Piedmont, Italy
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Italian Spadefoot (Pelobates fuscus insubricus) young, digging in loose sandy soil, Cascina Bellezza, Turin, Piedmont, Italy
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© FLPA/Emanuele Biggi
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Tiny Italian Spadefoots Unleash Their Inner Architects, Creating Sandy Hideaways in Turin's Cascina Bellezza!
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. In this adorable snapshot captured by FLPA photographer Emanuele Biggi, we witness the incredible digging skills of young Italian Spadefoot toads. These little amphibians are on a mission as they burrow their way through loose sandy soil at Cascina Bellezza in Turin, Piedmont, Italy. With determined looks on their faces and tiny spades for feet, these juvenile Spadefoots showcase their natural instinct to create cozy shelters underground. As they dig deeper into the earth, it's clear that these youngsters are honing their burrowing abilities with enthusiasm and precision. Native to Southern Europe and parts of Asia, the Italian Spadefoot (Pelobates fuscus insubricus) subspecies is known for its unique behavior of seeking refuge beneath the surface. This playful race against time sees them compete with each other to see who can construct the most impressive dirt digs! It's fascinating how nature has equipped these young European creatures with such remarkable skills from an early age. As they continue to grow and mature into adult amphibians, we can only imagine what magnificent subterranean abodes they will create. So next time you're strolling through Piedmont's picturesque landscapes or exploring wildlife in Italy, keep an eye out for these industrious Italian Spadefoots - you might just catch them engaging in a
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