Marico hinge tortoise
A species of Hinge-back tortoise, Also known as Lobatse Hingeback Tortoise Scientific name : Kinixys lobatsiana Genus : Hinge-back tortoise
Marico hinge tortoise, A species of Hinge-back tortoise
Also known as:
Lobatse Hingeback Tortoise
Scientific name: Kinixys lobatsiana
Genus: Hinge-back tortoise
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Description
The Lobatse hinge-back tortoise (Kinixys lobatsiana) is a species of turtle in the family Testudinidae. It is found in southern Africa. Originally a subspecies of Bell's hinge-back tortoise (Kinixys belliana), this southern African tortoise was elevated to full species status by herpetologist Broadley in 1993.
General Info
Lifespan
50-100 years
Diet
Marico hinge tortoise is primarily an herbivore, favoring succulent plants. Notably, it feeds on a variety of fruits, leaves, flowers, and fungi. This species can also consume carrion in times of scarcity, denoting an occasional omnivorous behavior.
Behavior
Marico hinge tortoise exhibits notable behavior for survival in its semi-arid environment, deeply burrowing into sandy soil during extreme weather. It's a largely solitary species, interacting with others mainly during mating season. This reptile is primarily terrestrial and herbivorous, feeding primarily on grass shoots, flowers, and fruits.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Testudines Family
Tortoises Genus
Hinge-back tortoise Species
Marico hinge tortoise 
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