Astrochelys yniphora, also known as the Angonoka tortoise or Ploughshare tortoise, is a critically endangered species of tortoise. Native to Madagascar, this tortoise is known for its distinctively high-domed shell and striking golden coloration. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Native Origin and Distribution Preferred Habitat Astrochelys yniphora inhabits dry deciduous forests and bamboo thickets close…

The Astrochelys radiata, commonly known as the Radiated Tortoise, is a species renowned for its striking shell markings which are highly distinctive and intricate. These tortoises are long-lived and have become a symbol of the wildlife endemic to Madagascar. Scientific Classification Common Names Identification Description Radiated Tortoises possess a high-domed, brilliantly marked carapace that displays…