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Red-footed tortoise — printable fact sheet
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Red-footed tortoise
Chelonoidis carbonarius
The Red-footed tortoise is a medium-sized tortoise native to South America, easily recognized by its distinctive red or orange scales on its limbs, head, and tail. It has a domed, elongated shell that varies from dark brown to black with lighter yellowish patches. Red-footed tor…
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- Unlike many tortoise species, the Red-footed tortoise is capable of eating animal protein like insects and carrion in addition to plant material.
- Red-footed tortoises can recognize individual humans and other tortoises. They have a specialized beak that allows them to eat a wide variety of foods, including fruits, flowers, fungi, and even carrion. Their vibrant limb coloration is thought to play a role in social signaling during mating.
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