Angulate Tortoise

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Chersina angulata

Angulate Tortoise, a reference photo
Photo: magriet b · CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence)

The angulate tortoise (Chersina angulata) or bowsprit tortoise is a species of tortoise found in dry areas and coastal scrub vegetation in South Africa. It is the only living member of the genus Chersina.

From Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Angulate Tortoise being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Testudines
Family
Testudinidae
Species
Chersina angulata

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