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Radiated tortoise
A tortoise with beautiful radiated patterns from Madagascar. Shell's geometric patterns are artistic.
The radiated tortoise is a tortoise species in the family Testudinidae. Although this species is native to and most abundant in southern Madagascar, it can also be found in the rest of this island, and has been introduced to the islands of Réunion and Mauritius. It is a very long-lived species, with recorded lifespans of up to 188 years. These tortoises are classified as critically endangered by the IUCN, mainly because of the destruction of their habitat and because of poaching.
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Origen
and most abundant in southern Madagascar
Esperanza de vida
50-100 years
Tamaño
30-40cm
Temperatura
25〜32℃
Humedad
40〜70%
Hay, Vegetables, Fruits
Needs spacious area and basking spot
Maintain 25-32°C. Heating required in winter
High-fiber, low-protein herbivorous diet
CITES Appendix I, registration required
Advanced. Esta es una especie de nivel avanzado. Requiere equipo especializado y habilidades avanzadas de cría con control ambiental preciso.
La temperatura ideal para Radiated Tortoise es 25〜32℃. La humedad recomendada es 40〜70%. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
La esperanza de vida promedio de Radiated Tortoise es 50-100 years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Radiated Tortoise típicamente alcanza 30-40cm como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Radiated Tortoise se alimenta de: Hay, Vegetables, Fruits. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
El precio de Radiated Tortoise varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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