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Hermanns Tortoise
IntermediateTestudo hermanni
Small to medium tortoise from temperate regions. Adapts relatively well to Japanese climate. Active and curious personality.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
25〜32℃
Lifespan
30-50 years
Size
15-25cm
Humidity
40〜70%
Diet
Weeds and vegetables (dandelion, greens)
About
Hermann's tortoise (Testudo hermanni) is a small to medium-sized tortoise native to the Mediterranean regions of southern Europe, including southern France, Italy, the Balkans, and several Aegean islands. Adults typically reach 15–25 cm in carapace length, with females generally larger than males. The carapace is attractively patterned with contrasting yellow and black markings. Hermann's tortoises inhabit dry scrubland, garrigue, and open woodland, where they graze on a variety of grasses, herbs, and fruits. They are active and inquisitive by nature. Due to their temperate origins they are among the hardiest of the Mediterranean tortoises and can tolerate a wider range of conditions than more tropical species. They are long-lived, with lifespans commonly exceeding 30–50 years.
Basic Info
Origin
Mediterranean regions of southern Europe (Italy, Spain, France, Balkans)
Lifespan
30-50 years
Size
15-25cm
Temperature
25〜32℃
Humidity
40〜70%
Diet
Weeds and vegetables (dandelion, greens)
Care Guide
Temperature
22-30°C (basking 35°C)
References & Sources
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Testudo hermanni Gmelin, 1789
Synonyms: Chersine hermanni (Gmelin, 1789), Eurotestudo hermanni (Gmelin, 1789), Testudo enriquesi Parenzan, 1932, Testudo graeca bettai Lataste, 1881, Testudo graeca var. boettgeri Mojsisovics, Testudo graeca var. hercegovinensis Werner, 1899
Authority databases: GBIF · Reptile Database
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
CITES 附属書IIIUCN VU · Vulnerable
Sources: CITES Checklist (Testudinidae spp. Appendix II) / IUCN Red List
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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