A uniquely flat, flexible-shelled tortoise from the rocky hillsides of East Africa that uses its pliable shell to wedge itself into rock crevices for protection. Unlike most tortoises, it is a surprisingly fast and agile climber.
Weight: ~1 lb.
Size: 7 inches
Lifespan: Human Care: 50+ years. Wild: 35 years.
Location: East Africa: Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia
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IUCN Red Status: Critically Endangered
IUCN Green Status: Not Evaluated
