Spider tortoise

The Spider Tortoise (Pyxis arachnoides) is a species of turtle in the Testudinidae family. It is endemic to Madagascar.
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Pyxis arachnoides est une espèce de tortue de la famille des Testudinidae que l'on rencontre sur l'île de Madagascar qui peut atteindre environ 15 centimètres.
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Pyxis sp.



Spider Tortoises - Genus Pyxis
- From Madagascar
- Does not hibernate
- 100% herbivorous diet
- Enjoys an average humidity level of 77%
- Temperature range of mid 50's to mid 80's (13 to 29 C)is average
- Regular soaking or constant access to water recommended
- Very sensitive in captivity
- Extreme variations in shell pattern(see below )
Identification:
Pyxis arachnoides arachnoides - plastron totally devoid of markings and anterior lobe will close completely to touch carapace
Pyxis arachnoides oblonga - plastron with black markings on scutes and anterior lobe will close completely to touch carapace
Pyxis arachnoides brygooi - plastron totally devoid of markings but anterior lobe will not close fully to touch carapace
Pyxis planicauda - no plastral hinge whatsoever, and obviously lower in profile than the three sub-species of arachnoides
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