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Indian Star Tortoise: Facts, Diet, Threats

All you need to know about these land tortoises
Text by: Nisarg Prakash
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated   May 12, 2025

Text by: Nisarg Prakash Design by: Diviya Mehra

Updated   May 12, 2025
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All you need to know about these land tortoises

How long does the Indian star tortoise live? 

The Indian star tortoise has a lifespan of 35 to 80 years in the wild. 

When is the Indian star tortoise most active? 

The Indian star tortoise is most active at dawn and dusk. 

What is the biggest threat to the Indian star tortoise?

Poaching for illegal pet trade is the biggest threat to the Indian star tortoise. 

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.