The African spurred tortoise

(Centrochelys sulcata)

Identity Profile:

Class : Reptiles

Order : Testudines

Family : Testudinidae (depending on the species)

Scientific name : Testudines

Conservation Status (IUCN Red List)

Present

Did You Know?

It is considered the third largest terrestrial tortoise in the world. It lives in the arid plains and deserts of Africa, particularly in Sudan, Chad, and Mali.

Habitat

Forests & Meadows

The African spurred tortoise

Identity Profile:

Conservation Status (IUCN Red List)

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