Real Forest Hinge-Back Tortoise Shell 31571 The foot is an anatomical

The foot is an anatomical structure found in many vertebrates

Thickness 5 cm (2 in

this piece combines scientific interest with decorative appeal

but can form small groups during the mating season

Real Forest Hinge-Back Tortoise Shell 31571 The foot is an anatomicalThe forest hinge back tortoise (Kinixys erosa) is a medium sized tortoise native to the humid tropical forests of West and Central Africa. Unlike most tortoises, members of the genus Kinixys possess a unique hinged plastron at the rear of the shell, allowing them to partially close their shell for protection against predators. This species prefers dense, moist environments such as rainforests and forest edges, where it can remain hidden among leaf