Bell's Hinge-back Tortoise

Kinixys belliana

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Reptilia · Testudinidae

About

Bell's hinge-back tortoise, also known commonly as Bell's eastern hinged tortoise, is a species of tortoise in the family Testudinidae. The species is native to central Africa. It has the hinge that characterizes all tortoises in the genus Kinixys. There are no recognized subspecies.

Fun Fact

Bell's hinge-back tortoise has a flexible hinge on the rear of its shell that closes tightly to protect its hindquarters — a unique defensive adaptation found in no other tortoise.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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