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Impressed Tortoise: Facts, Range, Threats

All you need to know about this rare, land-dwelling reptile
Text by: Nisarg Prakash
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated   Jul 31, 2025

Text by: Nisarg Prakash Design by: Diviya Mehra

Updated   Jul 31, 2025
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All you need to know about this rare, land-dwelling reptile

What is the scientific name of the impressed tortoise?

Manouria impressa

What is the diet of an impressed tortoise?

Mushrooms, figs, bamboo shoots

What is the size of an impressed tortoise?

The impressed tortoise can grow up to 31 cm.


About the Authors

Nisarg Prakash

Nisarg Prakash

is a wildlife biologist working with Roundglass Sustain. A large part of my work before Sustain has been along streams and rivers, in the process trying to understand otters better

Diviya Mehra

Diviya Mehra

is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.