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Radiated tortoise (Astrochelys radiata)

Island Of Madagascar

Off The East Coast Of Africa

Berenty Reserve

 

The radiated tortoise (Astrochelys radiata) is a species in the family Testudinidae. Although this species is native to and most abundant in southern Madagascar, it can also be found in the rest of this island and has been introduced to the islands of Réunion and Mauritius.

 

It is a very long-lived species, with recorded lifespans of at least 188 years. These tortoises are classified as critically endangered by the IUCN, mainly because of the destruction of their habitat and because of poaching. – Wikipedia

 

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Uploaded on April 11, 2024
Taken on November 22, 2017