Vulnerable

Indian Star Tortoise

Geochelone elegans

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About

The Indian star tortoise is a medium-sized tortoise known for its striking star-patterned shell. They are popular in the pet trade, which has contributed to their decline in the wild.

Habitat

Dry forests, grasslands, and scrublands of India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka

Diet

Herbivorous - grasses, fruits, and succulent plants

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Fun Facts

The star pattern on their shell helps them blend into their environment and provides camouflage.
Indian star tortoises can live for over 30 years in captivity.
During the hottest part of the day, they burrow into the ground to avoid overheating.

Conservation

StatusVulnerable

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