Pancake Tortoise

Malacochersus tornieri

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Reptilia · Testudinidae

About

The pancake tortoise is a species of flat-shelled tortoise in the family Testudinidae. The species is native to Tanzania and Kenya. There are also small populations in northern Zambia. Its common name refers to the flat shape of its shell.

Fun Fact

The carapace (top shell) is brown, frequently with a variable pattern of radiating dark lines on each scute (shell plate), helping to camouflage the tortoise in its natural dry habitat.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in dry savannah of low altitude at small rocky hills of the crystalline basement.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Pollution
Invasive Species
Over-Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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