Astrochelys radiata
The radiated tortoise (Astrochelys radiata) is a tortoise species in the family Testudinidae. ... Although this species is native to and most abundant in southern ...
Radiated tortoise | Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation ...
The critically endangered radiated tortoise lives in the forests and scrublands of Madagascar. It has a smooth, high-domed carapace (or shell) marked with ...
Astrochelys radiata (Radiated Tortoise) - Animal Diversity Web
Growing to a carapace length of up to 16 inches and weighing up to 35 pounds, A. radiata is considered to be one of the world's most beautiful tortoises.
Radiated Tortoise - Turtle Survival Alliance
A long-lived species, the Radiated Tortoise is known to live well past the century mark, with the oldest known specimen, a female named Tu'I Malila, having ...
Radiated Tortoise - Zoo Atlanta
Radiated tortoises are only native to the island of Madagascar but have been introduced to two other small islands to the east - Réunion and Mauritius.
Radiated Tortoise - Brandywine Zoo
Like many turtles, the sex of radiated tortoises is determined by the temperature of the eggs during incubation. Cool temperatures produce males, ...
Astrochelys radiata - Natural History, Care, and Photo Gallery
This somewhat large tortoise (up to 16" and 35 lbs) stands tall on thick elephantine feet which carry its noticeably arched shell high off the ground.
Radiated Tortoise | Astrochelys radiata - EDGE of Existence
The Critically Endangered radiated tortoise is a large and striking species that may live up to 100 years of age! This species has a very long generation ...
Radiated Tortoise - El Paso Zoo
The radiated tortoise is a critically endangered species! Radiated tortoises are found in the spiny cactus and thorn forests of southern and southwestern ...
Radiated Tortoise - Tennessee Aquarium
These tortoises have strong beaks and thick skin, allowing them to eat prickly plants like cacti. They are known to graze in the same area, which keeps ...
Radiated Tortoise — Indian Ocean Tortoise Alliance
Radiated tortoises (Astrochelys radiata), or Sokake in Malagasy, are considered to be one the most beautiful species of tortoise in the world.
Turtle of the Week: Radiated Tortoise
This species is primarily an herbivorous grazer and forager, feeding on grasses, flowers, fruits, invasive Opuntia cacti, as well as dried leaves when soft ...
Madagascar Radiated Tortoise Project - St. Louis Zoo
The Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA) in Madagascar is now caring for 25,000 confiscated radiated tortoises. The tortoises are being cared for in centers ...
Radiated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata) - iNaturalist
The radiated tortoise (Astrochelys radiata) is a species in the family Testudinidae. Although this species is native to and most abundant in southern ...
Radiated Tortoise | EWCL - Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders
The Radiated Tortoise has experienced drastic declines in its abundance over recent years stemming from illegal poaching for bushmeat, the pet trade, and ...
Astrochelys radiata (SHAW, 1802) - The Reptile Database
Astrochelys radiata (SHAW, 1802) 1 / 6 IUCN Red List - Astrochelys radiata - Critically Endangered, CR iNaturalist logo
Radiated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata) - ReptileTalk NET
To keep humidity up, we mist the substrate and carapaces of the tortoises at least once a day. When the tortoises were young, we placed under tank heat pads ...
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Radiated tortoise Conservation Case Study
Surveys in southern Madagascar for Critically Endangered Radiated Tortoises (Astrochelys radiata). We estimate a total of 55 tortoises over 5.19 km2, ...
Radiated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata)
The Radiated Tortoise (Astrochelys radiata) is a forest and savanna dwelling species found on the island of Madagascar.