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Russian Tortoise/Horsfield's Tortoise

Testudo horsfieldii

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38.6092, -90.4352

Field Notes

Description:

Brown in color on shell and skin (shell is dusty). Only eats lettuce and occasional carrots. Enjoys walking.

Habitat:

Dry, arid spaces with little vegetation.

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PublishedJanuary 23, 2012

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