In the Japanese Garden the turtles grouped on a boulder and enjoyed the warmth of the sun together.

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The turtle at the Japanese Garden sat motionless with one foot in the air for at least 10 minutes. It seemed he made eye contact and attempted communication....

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The turtles at the Japanese Garden poised on boulders around the garden soaking up the sunshine. Spring in Seattle is often cloudy and wet so all creatures enjoy the brief display of sun.

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This is a shot of the Japanese Garden in early April before many flowers started to bloom.

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In the Japanese Garden, the turtle on the boulder on the edge of the pond leaned back with his eyes closed, enjoying the sun. Maybe he was worshipping the sun or maybe he was avoiding looking at the strange woman pointing a camera at him!

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