Critically Endangered - #11 Egyptian Tortoise (Endangered species) 2021

The Egyptian Tortoise is also known as the Kleinmann's Tortoise, Leith's Tortoise, and the Negev Tortoise which native to Egypt, Libya, Israel, and is listed as critically endangered.

Reasons for critically endangered status - Habitat destruction, illegal pet trade. 

Conservation efforts - It is protected by-laws. there are protected areas in place, and there are reintroduction programs in place.

Egyptian Tortoise Facts - 

Science Name:Testudo kleinmanni

Size: 8 - 12 cm

Weight: 105 g 

Native Locations:  Egypt, Libya, Israel

Lifespan:  70 -100 years

Population: 7,470

Conservation status: Critically Endangered (CR)

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