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Burmese Star Tortoise

Geochelone platynota · Testudinidae

TypeTortoise
HabitatTerrestrial
Adult size22–30 cm
Adult weight2–4 g
Lifespan3–6 years
DietHerbivore
Basking temperature35 °C
Ambient temperature24–30 °C
Humidity5–7%
UVB lightingRequired
HibernatesNo
SwimsNo
Care levelAdvanced
Native regionMyanmar (Burma)
CITESAppendix I

Critically endangered. Symmetrical star pattern similar to Indian star but larger. Conservation breeding programs active.

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