Scientific name: Astrochelys radiata
Did You Know?
The radiated tortoise is widely believed to be the most beautiful of all tortoise species.
Where They Live:
Radiated tortoises are critically endangered and are found only on the island of Madagascar.
What They Eat:
Radiated tortoises are herbivores, which means they eat plants. They prefer grasses, fruits, and flowers.
Test Your Knowledge! (answers below)
- Most radiated tortoises live to be as old as…
a. 50 years b. 200 years c. 100 years d. 10 years - What color is a radiated tortoise?
a. green b. black c. brown d. tan e. yellow f. all of the above
Answer each of the following questions with True or False:
- A radiated tortoise is able to feel when its shell is being touched.
- Radiated tortoises love to eat cactus.
- Radiated tortoises do not make any sounds.
Fun Fact!
The oldest living reptile was a radiated tortoise known as Tu’I Malila that was given to England’s royal family in the mid 1700s by explorer Captain James Cook. She died in 1965 at around 250 years old.
Design your own star pattern on this radiated tortoise coloring sheet!
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