Marginated tortoise

The Marginated Tortoise (Testudo marginata) is a species of tortoise found in Greece, Italy and the Balkans in southern Europe. It is the largest European tortoise, reaching a weight of up to 5 kg (11 pounds) and a length of 35 cm (14 inches). More

The natural range of the Marginated Tortoise is southern Greece, from the Peloponnesus to Mount Olympus. They are also found in isolated zones of the Balkans and Italy, with a somewhat broader range in northeastern Sardinia. More

The Marginated Tortoise is herbivorous, and hibernates for the winter. Taxonomy - Greek (left) and Sardinian Marginated Tortoises. Greek (left) and Sardinian Marginated Tortoises. Carapace shapes of Greek (left) and Sardinian Marginated Tortoises. More

The Marginated Tortoise is a rare “garden tortoise” species that can be found in only a limited area mainly at the base of Mount Olympus in mainland Greece. Because of their scarcity, it is illegal to collect and export Marginated tortoises from their homeland. More

A particularly small variation of the marginated tortoise was discovered in the southwestern part of the Pelopponesus. However, the Dwarf Marginated Tortoise is not a subspecies, but rather a related species in the same genus (Testudo weissingeri, Bour, 1996). More

Marginated Tortoise (male on right) Testudo marginata Marginated Tortoise (male) Testudo marginata Marginated Tortoise (female) Testudo marginata More

In temperate zones, Marginated Tortoises can be kept outside from approximately mid-March to October. Their pen should be in the sunniest place in the garden, preferably close to the house. It is important to provide a wooden house where they can get into the shade. More

The Marginated Tortoise varies in coloration with many individuals having a nearly black shell and limbs, and some being mostly a dark olive color. Often, skin on the less exposed areas is a creamy or yellowish color. More

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The Marginated Tortoise is herbivorous, and hibernates for the winter. Testudo marginata is also closely related to the Greek Tortoise or Spur-thighed Tortoise (Testudo graeca). More

Known as the Marginated tortoise for its flared marginals at the rear. Limited natural habitat Greece and extreme southern Albania, introduced on Sardinia and in Tuscany - Italy. Copyright © www.pettortoise.co.uk Copyright © www.pettortoise.co. More

The Marginated tortoise is a highly adaptable animal and quite hardy in captivity. They can provide years of enjoyment, and when treated correctly they can outlive their owner. More

Marginated Tortoises bask in the sun to raise their body temperature, and then search for food. After feeding, the tortoises return to their shelters in the hot midday hours, leaving them again in the late afternoon. More

Marginated Tortoise Caresheet, by Peter Watson Friday, 30 November 2007 Marginated tortoises (Testudo Marginata) The Marginated tortoise (Testudo Marginata) is the largest of the Mediterranean tortoises. Adults can attain a length of 35cm and 5kg in weight. More

and Marginated tortoises, which I have sent to customers all across the USA. Ibera Greek Female Marginated tortoise on the left, Greek on the right. More

The marginated tortoises have beautiful markings wild marginated tortoises can be seen on the greek islands . Price: More

one supracaudal and the Marginated Tortoise can have weak spurs. More

The Marginated Tortoise (Testudo marginata) is the largest European tortoise, reaching a weight of up to 5 kg (11 pounds) and a length of 35 cm (14 inches). Its shell is oblong and has a notable thickness around the middle of the body. More

Common names

Breitrand-Schildkrote in German - Deutsch
F: Tortue bordee naine in English - English
marginated tortoise in English - English
Szegélyes teknős in Hungarian - Magyar
Testudo marginata in Italian - Italiano
Testudo marginata in Spanish - español
Tortuga marginada in Catalan - Català
Окаймлённая сухопутная черепаха in Russian - русский язык
Черепаха с каймой in Russian - русский язык
フチゾリリクガメ in Japanese - 日本語