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I had one swim right between my legs in Jamaica... and it was then I discovered man can actually walk on water when properly motivated.
These guys had fun flooding the nearby golf course a few years back. Word of caution though, if you're going back to try and spot them DO NOT bring any dogs along. I had two dogs get in a rumble with a beaver and it nearly killed both of them. Also as you approach you may here a loud slapping or splashing sound. They slap there tails to alert one another of possible danger.
I've seen a couple in the wild myself and you're right it's without a doubt a very privileged experience.
The "malformation" isn't all that uncommon right? I've seen it more than once on a couple different species. Poor guy probably swims in circles.
the good old box turtle, the rare combination of comedy and wisdom.
my favorite frog, these guys can literally sing me to sleep. great shot!