yellow-footed tortoise
| Family | Testudinidae |
|---|---|
| Genus | Chelonoidis |
| IUCN category (World) | VU |
Introduction
Chelonoidis denticulatus, commonly known as yellow-footed tortoise, is a fresh water reptile from the Amérique du Sud.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Size40 - 50 cm
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Motiftasks
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Mimicryplants
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Size40 - 50 cm
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Motiftasks
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Mimicryplants
How to recognize This reptile ?
The yellow-footed tortoise measures between 40 and 50 cm. This reptile is bicolore with a predominantly jaune and marron body. The also has jaune tasks.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilitysolitary
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Way of livingdiurnal
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VenomousNo
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Dietnot specified
The yellow-footed tortoise is a reptile solitary naturally found Terre. This species is omnivorous with herbivorous tendency .
n general, this species does not care much about other animals crossing its path.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
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Clutch size0 - 0 eggs
The yellow-footed tortoise is a reptile ovipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Origin and distribution
Where to see this species?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
Biotope presentation
The acidification of water comes from the decomposition of plants. This phenomenon changes the color of the water, which tends to turn brown. In some areas particularly rich in organic matter, the water is so dark that it is called "black water".
This animal evolves in areas characterized by a strong presence of vegetation (aquatic and marsh plants, decaying organic matter, roots...).
The soil is generally composed of humus.
To go further
To read on the web
Sources & Contributions
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