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What kind of turtle is the Pipi turtle?

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"Geochelone elegans" usually refers to a breeding species named based on its appearance. Its scientific name is Geochelone elegans or Testudo elegans, and it belongs to the tortoise class.


The Indian star tortoise is a small to medium-sized terrestrial tortoise with a small body and an oval or egg-shaped carapace. The color is mostly light yellow or gray with black spots or stripes. The Indian star tortoise is mainly distributed in South Asia, Southeast Asia and southern China. It is common in grasslands, forests and hilly areas and feeds on plants.


Due to its good ornamental value and adaptability, the Indian star tortoise is widely kept as a pet at home and abroad. However, the illegal trade and private breeding of wild animals is currently prohibited in China. Therefore, if you want to keep a skin turtle as a pet, you need to comply with relevant laws and regulations and ensure that you purchase animals from legal sources. You also need to do appropriate maintenance and management. Work.


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