Parrot-beaked Tortoise
Homopus areolatus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernReptilia · Testudinidae
About
Homopus areolatus, commonly known as the common padloper or parrot-beaked tortoise, is a tiny species of tortoise of the genus Homopus, indigenous to the southern part of South Africa.
Fun Fact
It lays a clutch of 2–4 eggs, which hatch 150–320 days later – usually on a misty, overcast day.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Endemic to the Republic of South Africa and is found specifically in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape Provinces.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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