Tag: African Spurred Tortoise

  • African Spurred Tortoise Facts | Anatomy, Diet, Habitat, Behavior

    African Spurred Tortoise Facts | Anatomy, Diet, Habitat, Behavior

    The African spurred tortoise (Centrochelys sulcata) is a large turtle species. It is primarily known for its digging behavior. The turtle is mainly found in the southern part of Sahara Desert. African tortoises are powerful diggers; in captivity they make extensive burrows so much so that they can even damage walls in the backyard. They…