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| Indian star tortoise , Viskhapatnam |
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| Indian star tortoise , Viskhapatnam
Indian Star Tortoise(Geochelone elegans) is the most common tortoise specie we find in India. It is herbivorous and terrestrial in nature. It can be seen in various habitats. It is the most common reptilian pet in India. It has high value in illegal pet market due to its mythical values. Its mostly found in peninsular India.
It can be identified by the star patterned carapace(shell)
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