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The chances you will get killed by a turtle are low. But never zero.

Keep an eye out for this angry-eyed stare. With eyes as big as its attitude, this 10cm turtle may not hurt you, but is sure to leave an impression. Who knew a turtle could bring so much attitude to the mailbox? This ferocious turtle is commonly known as the Vietnamese Black-Breasted Leaf Turtle (Geoemyda spengleri). It is endemic to Southeast Asia and is one of the world’s smallest turtles. It was recently revealed to communicate with sounds, helping us understanding the origins of vocal communication among vertebrates.
by Gabriel Jorgewich Cohen